Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newport City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newport City Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newport City 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 Newport City Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#243 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Newport City Elementary School's ranking?
Newport City Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Newport City Elementary School often compared to?
Newport City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newport Town School, Troy 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Newport City Elementary School?
305 students attend Newport City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newport City Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport City Elementary School?
Newport City Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newport City Elementary School offer ?
Newport City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport City Elementary School part of?
Newport City Elementary School is part of Newport City School District.
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