Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westminster Schools ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westminster Schools's student population of 179 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westminster Schools is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)55-59%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
89%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 schools are Westminster Schools often compared to?
Westminster Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Putney Central School, Saxton River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% VT state average).
How many students attend Westminster Schools?
179 students attend Westminster Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westminster Schools students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westminster Schools?
Westminster Schools has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westminster Schools offer ?
Westminster Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westminster Schools part of?
Westminster Schools is part of Westminster School District.
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