Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ripton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ripton Elementary School's student population of 36 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ripton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripton Elementary 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
#88 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
37%
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
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripton Elementary School's ranking?
Ripton Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Ripton Elementary School?
36 students attend Ripton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ripton Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ripton Elementary School?
Ripton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ripton Elementary School offer ?
Ripton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ripton Elementary School part of?
Ripton Elementary School is part of Addison Central Unified Union School District #55.
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