Mill River Unified Union School District #52

Main Street
North Clarendon, VT 05759-0087
(District boundaries shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 797 students in Mill River Unified Union School District #52. This district's average testing ranking is 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
Public Schools in Mill River Unified Union School District #52 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Vermont public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Overview

This School District
This State (VT)
# Schools
5 Schools
306 Schools
# Students
797 Students
78,642 Students
# Teachers
64 Teachers
7,167 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

District Rank

Mill River Unified Union School District #52, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 102 school districts in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 82% has decreased from 95% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (VT)
#106 out of 154 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Mill River Unified Union School District #52, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
24%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Vermont by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
38%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Vermont by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
28%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Vermont by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
82%
83%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and public school graduation rate of Vermont by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.08
0.23
# American Indian Students
n/a
202 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
4 Students
1,604 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
2%
# Hispanic Students
8 Students
2,652 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
3%
# Black Students
7 Students
2,114 Students
% Black Students
1%
3%
# White Students
765 Students
68,754 Students
% White Students
96%
88%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
56 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
13 Students
3,304 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
4%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
80
8,002
# Students in K Grade:
37
5,145
# Students in 1st Grade:
47
5,342
# Students in 2nd Grade:
56
5,706
# Students in 3rd Grade:
46
5,327
# Students in 4th Grade:
54
5,812
# Students in 5th Grade:
46
5,556
# Students in 6th Grade:
51
5,670
# Students in 7th Grade:
71
5,534
# Students in 8th Grade:
71
5,596
# Students in 9th Grade:
51
5,400
# Students in 10th Grade:
65
5,537
# Students in 11th Grade:
64
5,331
# Students in 12th Grade:
58
4,684
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $26,329 in this school district is less than the state median of $29,860. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $24,975 is less than the state median of $29,121. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (VT)
Total Revenue
$21 MM
$2,348 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Vermont by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$20 MM
$2,290 MM
This chart displays total spending of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Vermont by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$26,329
$29,860
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Vermont by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$24,975
$29,121
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Mill River Unified Union School District #52 and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Vermont by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Mill River Unified Union School District #52 Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shrewsbury Mountain School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
300 Mountain School Road
Cuttingsville, VT 05738
(802) 492-3435
Grades: PK-6
| 73 students
Rank: #22.
Mill River Union High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2321 Middle Road
North Clarendon, VT 05759
(802) 775-1925
Grades: 7-12
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Tinmouth Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
573 Route 140
Wallingford, VT 05773
(802) 446-2458
Grades: PK-6
| 66 students
Rank: #44.
Wallingford Village School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
126 School Street
Wallingford, VT 05773
(802) 446-2141
Grades: PK-6
| 124 students
Rank: #55.
Clarendon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
84 Grange Hall Road
North Clarendon, VT 05759
(802) 775-5379
Grades: PK-6
| 154 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to Mill River Unified Union School District #52?
Mill River Unified Union School District #52 manages 5 public schools serving 797 students.
What is the rank of Mill River Unified Union School District #52?
Mill River Unified Union School District #52 is ranked #66 out of 102 school districts in Vermont (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year.
What is the racial composition of students in Mill River Unified Union School District #52?
96% of Mill River Unified Union School District #52 students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Mill River Unified Union School District #52?
Mill River Unified Union School District #52 has a student/teacher ratio of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What is Mill River Unified Union School District #52's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $24,975 is less than the state median of $29,121. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 5 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 797 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 82% (Top 50% in VT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Quick Links