For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 326 students in 05871, VT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05871, VT are Newark School and Burke Town School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 05871 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05871, VT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary school average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05871, VT Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newark School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1448 Newark Street
West Burke, VT 05871
(802) 467-3401
West Burke, VT 05871
(802) 467-3401
Gr: PK-8 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #22.
Burke Town School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3293 Burke Hollow Road
West Burke, VT 05871
(802) 467-3385
West Burke, VT 05871
(802) 467-3385
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 05871, VT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05871, VT include Newark School and Burke Town School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05871?
2 public elementary schools are located in 05871.
What is the racial composition of students in 05871?
05871 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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