Very Good
#13 of 54 private schools in VT
Top 22% of private schools
Vermont Day School
Elementary School
6701 SHELBURNE RD, Shelburne, VT 05482
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Vermont private schools
#13 of 54
In Shelburne
#1 of 2
public schools
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Vermont Day School
Elementary School in Shelburne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vermont Day School
Vermont Day School is a private elementary school in Shelburne, VT. Vermont Day School serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vermont Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Vermont Day School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.8:1 students to teachers, Vermont Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Vermont Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Vermont Day School compares to the 1 public school in Shelburne, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Shelburne
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Vermont Day School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Shelburne Community School | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VT.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6701 SHELBURNE RD, Shelburne, VT 05482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vermont Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shelburne Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Orchard School (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby South Burlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shelburne, see our Shelburne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shelburne Community School Shelburne | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| LAKE CHAMPLAIN WALDORF SCHOOL Shelburne | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Charlotte Central School Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| VERMONT COMMONS SCHOOL South Burlington | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE LEARNING CENTER, INC South Burlington | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Orchard School South Burlington | 5.6 mi | 7.8 |
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington | 5.9 mi | — |
| BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington | 6.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Champlain School Burlington | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 7.2 mi | 6.7 |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 7.4 mi | — |
| South Burlington High School South Burlington | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington | 7.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 8.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 8.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington | 7.9 mi | 7.3 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 8.3 mi | — |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 8.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Champlain Valley Union High School Hinesburg | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 8.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,019
Median Home Value
$515,800
Median Rent
$1,244/mo
Population
7,844
College Educated
68.6%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
51.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Woodbury Elementary School Woodbury, VT | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre, VT | 7.0 |
| KURN HATTIN HOMES Westminster, VT | 6.9 |
| ST PAULS SCHOOL Barton, VT | 7.3 |
| Roxbury Village School Roxbury, VT | 6.6 |
| Salisbury Community School Salisbury, VT | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vermont Day School
What grades does Vermont Day School serve?
Vermont Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Vermont Day School?
Vermont Day School has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vermont Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vermont Day School is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Vermont Day School rank in VT?
Vermont Day School ranks #13 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is Vermont Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vermont Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Vermont Day School a private school?
Yes, Vermont Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Vermont Day School a religious school?
No, Vermont Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Chittenden County
- Phone
- (802) 495-5150
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