For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,418 students in 05488, VT.
The top ranked public schools in 05488, VT are Swanton School and Missisquoi Valley Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05488 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Vermont public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05488, VT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05488, VT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swanton School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24 Fourth Street
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-5346
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-5346
Grades: PK-6
| 677 students
Rank: #22.
Missisquoi Valley Union High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
175 Thunderbird Drive
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Grades: 7-12
| 741 students
05488, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Franklin Northwest S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
21 Church Street
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-2441
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-2441
Grades: PK
| 98 students
100 Thunder Bird Drive
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Grades: 7-12
| 795 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 05488, VT?
The top ranked public schools in 05488, VT include Swanton School and Missisquoi Valley Union High School.
How many public schools are located in 05488?
2 public schools are located in 05488.
What is the racial composition of students in 05488?
05488 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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