Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chamberlin School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamberlin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chamberlin School's student population of 457 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chamberlin School ranks within the top 20% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamberlin School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
4%
3%
White
80%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlin School's ranking?
Chamberlin School is ranked #46 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Chamberlin School often compared to?
Chamberlin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williston Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Chamberlin School?
457 students attend Chamberlin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chamberlin School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamberlin School?
Chamberlin School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chamberlin School offer ?
Chamberlin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamberlin School part of?
Chamberlin School is part of South Burlington School District.
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