Serving 240 students in grades 7-8, North Country Union Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Country Union Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Country Union Junior High School's student population of 240 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Country Union Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Country Union Junior High School is 0.15, 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
#155 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Country Union Junior High School's ranking?
North Country Union Junior High School is ranked #155 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend North Country Union Junior High School?
240 students attend North Country Union Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Country Union Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Country Union Junior High School?
North Country Union Junior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Country Union Junior High School offer ?
North Country Union Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Country Union Junior High School part of?
North Country Union Junior High School is part of North Country Union Junior High School District.
In what neighborhood is North Country Union Junior High School located?
North Country Union Junior High School is located in the Derby Center neighborhood of Derby, VT.
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