Serving 490 students in grades 3-6, Rutland Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutland Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rutland Intermediate School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutland Intermediate 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 Rutland Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#262 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
84%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Rutland Intermediate School's ranking?
Rutland Intermediate School is ranked #262 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Rutland Intermediate School often compared to?
Rutland Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutland Middle School, Clarendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rutland Intermediate School?
490 students attend Rutland Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rutland Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutland Intermediate School?
Rutland Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rutland Intermediate School offer ?
Rutland Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rutland Intermediate School part of?
Rutland Intermediate School is part of Rutland City School District.
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