Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shaftsbury 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Shaftsbury Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Shaftsbury Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shaftsbury 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
#158 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Shaftsbury Elementary School's ranking?
Shaftsbury Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Shaftsbury Elementary School often compared to?
Shaftsbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monument Elementary School, Sunderland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Shaftsbury Elementary School?
236 students attend Shaftsbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Shaftsbury Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shaftsbury Elementary School?
Shaftsbury Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shaftsbury Elementary School offer ?
Shaftsbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shaftsbury Elementary School part of?
Shaftsbury Elementary School is part of Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87.
In what neighborhood is Shaftsbury Elementary School located?
Shaftsbury Elementary School is located in the South Shaftsbury neighborhood of Shaftsbury, VT.
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