Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shrewsbury Mountain School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shrewsbury Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Shrewsbury Mountain School's student population of 74 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shrewsbury Mountain 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 Shrewsbury Mountain 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
#126 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
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
20%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shrewsbury Mountain School's ranking?
Shrewsbury Mountain School is ranked #126 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Shrewsbury Mountain School often compared to?
Shrewsbury Mountain Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarendon Elementary School, Rutland Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Shrewsbury Mountain School?
74 students attend Shrewsbury Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shrewsbury Mountain School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shrewsbury Mountain School?
Shrewsbury Mountain School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shrewsbury Mountain School offer ?
Shrewsbury Mountain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shrewsbury Mountain School part of?
Shrewsbury Mountain School is part of Mill River Unified Union School District #52.
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