Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Grand Isle School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Isle School's student population of 172 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Grand Isle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Isle 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
#149 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Isle School's ranking?
Grand Isle School is ranked #149 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Grand Isle School?
172 students attend Grand Isle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Grand Isle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Isle School?
Grand Isle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grand Isle School offer ?
Grand Isle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Isle School part of?
Grand Isle School is part of Champlain Islands Unified Union School District #66.
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