Serving 78 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waterville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterville Elementary School's student population of 78 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 19, 2026
School Rankings
Waterville Elementary 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 Waterville Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#195 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Waterville Elementary School's ranking?
Waterville Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Waterville Elementary School?
78 students attend Waterville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Waterville Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville Elementary School?
Waterville Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterville Elementary School offer ?
Waterville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterville Elementary School part of?
Waterville Elementary School is part of Lamoille North Modified Union School District #058a.
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