Serving 118 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Orwell Village 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 13:1 is higher 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orwell Village School's student population of 118 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Orwell Village 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 Orwell Village 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)
21-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
2%
3%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Orwell Village School's ranking?
Orwell Village School is ranked #138 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
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 Orwell Village School?
118 students attend Orwell Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Orwell Village School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orwell Village School?
Orwell Village School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orwell Village School offer ?
Orwell Village School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orwell Village School part of?
Orwell Village School is part of Slate Valley Unified Union School District #62.
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