Serving 69 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Smilie Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smilie Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Smilie Memorial Elementary School's student population of 69 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Smilie Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smilie Memorial 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
#40 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Smilie Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Smilie Memorial Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Smilie Memorial Elementary School?
69 students attend Smilie Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Smilie Memorial Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smilie Memorial Elementary School?
Smilie Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smilie Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Smilie Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smilie Memorial Elementary School part of?
Smilie Memorial Elementary School is part of Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District #401.
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