Serving 512 students in grades 6-8, Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School's student population of 512 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School is 0.47, 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
#59 out of 283 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
6%
3%
White
72%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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 Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School's ranking?
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School is ranked #59 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School often compared to?
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyman C. Hunt Middle School, Essex Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School?
512 students attend Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School?
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School offer ?
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School part of?
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School is part of South Burlington School District.
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