Serving 493 students in grades 3-6, Rutland Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutland Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rutland Intermediate School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rutland Intermediate 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 Rutland Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#261 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
2%
3%
White
84%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutland Intermediate School's ranking?
Rutland Intermediate School is ranked #261 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Rutland Intermediate School often compared to?
Rutland Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutland Middle School, Clarendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rutland Intermediate School?
493 students attend Rutland Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rutland Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rutland Intermediate School?
Rutland Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rutland Intermediate School offer ?
Rutland Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutland Intermediate School part of?
Rutland Intermediate School is part of Rutland City School District.
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