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Williamstown Middle/high School

High School · Paine Mountain Union School District #68

120 Hebert Road, Williamstown, VT 05679

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#180 of 280

In Williamstown

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Paine Mountain Union School District #68

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Williamstown Middle/high School

5.5/10

High School in Williamstown · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Williamstown Elementary School

4.1/10

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5.9/10

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About Williamstown Middle/high School

Williamstown Middle/high School is a public high school in Williamstown, VT, part of Paine Mountain Union School District #68. Williamstown Middle/high School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Williamstown Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Williamstown Middle/high School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • VT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Williamstown Middle/high School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

47% of students at Williamstown Middle/high School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.73 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,971
Chronic Absenteeism46.6%

Williamstown Middle/high School — Students at Williamstown Middle/high School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%

* 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 Williamstown Middle/high School Compares

See how Williamstown Middle/high School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in VT
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
7
4 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics7sports offered
4 boys'·3 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

120 Hebert Road, Williamstown, VT 05679

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Williamstown Middle/high School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Montpelier High School (rated 6.9/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Montpelier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northfield Middle/High School (rated 5.4/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Northfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, U-32 Middle & High School (rated 5.3/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Montpelier), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Williamstown, see our Williamstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Williamstown Elementary School Williamstown 0.2 mi 4.1
Barre City Elementary/Middle School Barre 4.5 mi 5.9
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre 4.2 mi 6.7
WEBSTERVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Websterville 4.1 mi 6.1
Spaulding Union High School Barre 5.1 mi 3.3
ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre 5.6 mi 5.5
Berlin Elementary School Berlin 6.2 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre 7.0 mi 7.0
Washington Village School Washington 5.8 mi 8.3
Northfield Middle/High School Northfield 5.9 mi 5.4
Northfield Elementary School Northfield 6.1 mi 5.1
U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier 8.2 mi 5.3
Brookfield School Brookfield 8.2 mi 8.8
THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier 8.9 mi
THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier 9.1 mi 6.1
Union Elementary School Montpelier 9.3 mi 6.6
Main Street Middle School Montpelier 9.5 mi 8.7
Montpelier High School Montpelier 9.5 mi 6.9
Orange Center School East Barre 7.3 mi 2.6
BROOKHAVEN TREATMENT & LEARNING CENTER Chelsea 10.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05679 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,180

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,685/mo

Population

3,136

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

43.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Brattleboro, VT 5.6
Northfield Middle/High School Northfield, VT 5.4
Green Mountain Union High School Chester, VT 4.9
Bellows Falls Union High School Bellows Falls, VT 6.2
Winooski High School Winooski, VT 4.7
Oxbow Union High School Bradford, VT 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Williamstown Middle/high School

What grades does Williamstown Middle/high School serve?

Williamstown Middle/high School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Williamstown Middle/high School?

Williamstown Middle/high School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Williamstown Middle/high School?

The student-teacher ratio at Williamstown Middle/high School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Williamstown Middle/high School rank in VT?

Williamstown Middle/high School ranks #180 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Williamstown Middle/high School's MySchoolScout rating?

Williamstown Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Williamstown Middle/high School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Williamstown Middle/high School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Williamstown Middle/high School a charter school?

No, Williamstown Middle/high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Williamstown Middle/high School a Title I school?

No, Williamstown Middle/high School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williamstown Middle/high School?

59.4% of students at Williamstown Middle/high 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.6%
4-Year Graduation
84.5%

District

Paine Mountain Union School District #68
District Enrollment
1,044
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,971
District Rank
#1 of 4

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