Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highgate Elementary 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Highgate Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Highgate 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 Highgate Elementary School is 0.47, which is more 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
#120 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
68%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
26%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highgate Elementary School's ranking?
Highgate Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Highgate Elementary School often compared to?
Highgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swanton School, Franklin Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Highgate Elementary School?
274 students attend Highgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Highgate Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highgate Elementary School?
Highgate Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highgate Elementary School offer ?
Highgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highgate Elementary School part of?
Highgate Elementary School is part of Missisquoi Valley School District #89.
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