Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waterford Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterford Elementary School's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford 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 Waterford Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#138 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
2%
3%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Waterford Elementary School often compared to?
Waterford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnet Elementary School, St. Johnsbury School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
154 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Waterford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Caledonia Cooperative Unified School District #78.
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