Serving 494 students in grades 3-5, Malletts Bay School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malletts Bay School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Malletts Bay School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Malletts Bay 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 Malletts Bay 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
#48 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%

Hispanic
4%
3%

Black
4%
3%

White
80%
88%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malletts Bay School's ranking?
Malletts Bay School is ranked #48 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Malletts Bay School?
494 students attend Malletts Bay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Malletts Bay School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malletts Bay School?
Malletts Bay School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Malletts Bay School offer ?
Malletts Bay School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Malletts Bay School part of?
Malletts Bay School is part of Colchester School District.
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