Serving 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jamaica Village School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamaica Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jamaica Village School's student population of 17 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jamaica Village 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 Jamaica Village School is 0.00, which is less 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
#77 out of 283 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamaica Village School's ranking?
Jamaica Village School is ranked #77 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Jamaica Village School?
17 students attend Jamaica Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jamaica Village School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamaica Village School?
Jamaica Village School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jamaica Village School offer ?
Jamaica Village School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamaica Village School part of?
Jamaica Village School is part of West River Valley Union Education District #72a School District.
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