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#123 of 280 schools in VT
Top 44% in state
Union Elementary School
Elementary School · Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71
1 Park Avenue, Montpelier, VT 05602
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#123 of 280
In Montpelier
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Union Elementary School
Union Elementary School is a public elementary school in Montpelier, VT, part of Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71. Union Elementary School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Union Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- VT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Union Elementary School — Students at Union Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Union Elementary School Compares
See how Union Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Park Avenue, Montpelier, VT 05602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rumney Memorial School (rated 9.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calais Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Doty Memorial School (rated 9.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montpelier, see our Montpelier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street Middle School Montpelier | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier | 0.4 mi | — |
| Montpelier High School Montpelier | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Berlin Elementary School Berlin | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| East Montpelier Elementary School East Montpelier | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Rumney Memorial School Middlesex | 6.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Barre City Elementary/Middle School Barre | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Spaulding Union High School Barre | 6.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Doty Memorial School Worcester | 7.9 mi | 9.3 |
| ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| STONE PATH ACADEMY Moretown | 6.3 mi | — |
| Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Calais Elementary School Plainfield | 7.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Williamstown Middle/High School Williamstown | 9.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Williamstown Elementary School Williamstown | 9.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Northfield Middle/High School Northfield | 8.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,552
Median Home Value
$341,700
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
12,491
College Educated
60.7%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Champlain School Burlington, VT | 6.6 |
| Waits River Valley Union School East Corinth, VT | 6.6 |
| Richmond Elementary School Richmond, VT | 6.7 |
| Manchester Elementary/Middle School Manchester Center, VT | 6.9 |
| J. J. Flynn School Burlington, VT | 6.2 |
| Middlebury ID #4 School Middlebury, VT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Elementary School
What grades does Union Elementary School serve?
Union Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Union Elementary School rank in VT?
Union Elementary School ranks #123 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Union Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Union Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Union Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Union Elementary School a charter school?
No, Union Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Union Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Union Elementary School?
28.4% of students at Union Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (802) 225-8200
Resources & Links
District
Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71- District Enrollment
- 1,189
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,332
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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