Serving 69 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Newark 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newark School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newark School's student population of 69 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newark 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 Newark 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
#67 out of 283 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
23%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark School's ranking?
Newark School is ranked #67 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Newark School often compared to?
Newark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke Town School, Sutton Village School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Newark School?
69 students attend Newark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Newark School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark School?
Newark School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newark School offer ?
Newark School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newark School part of?
Newark School is part of Kingdom East Unified Union School District #64.
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