For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 326 students in West Burke, VT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in West Burke, 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.
West Burke, VT public elementary schools 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 West Burke 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 Public Elementary Schools in West Burke, VT (2025)
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 West Burke, VT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in West Burke, VT include Newark School and Burke Town School.
How many public elementary schools are located in West Burke?
2 public elementary schools are located in West Burke.
What is the racial composition of students in West Burke?
West Burke 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).
Which public elementary schools in West Burke are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in West Burke include: Newark School vs. Burke Town School, Burke Town School vs. Newark School
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