For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 508 students in 05158, VT (there are 2 private schools, serving 138 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 05158, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 05158, VT are Westminster Schools and Bellows Falls Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05158 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Vermont public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05158, VT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05158, VT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westminster Schools
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 School Street
Westminster, VT 05158
(802) 722-3241
Westminster, VT 05158
(802) 722-3241
Grades: PK-6
| 179 students
Rank: #22.
Bellows Falls Union High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
406 High School Road
Westminster, VT 05158
(802) 463-3944
Westminster, VT 05158
(802) 463-3944
Grades: 9-12
| 329 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 05158, VT?
The top ranked public schools in 05158, VT include Westminster Schools and Bellows Falls Union High School.
How many public schools are located in 05158?
2 public schools are located in 05158.
What percentage of students in 05158 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 05158 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05158?
05158 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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