For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 492 students in 05443, VT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05443, VT are Bristol Elementary School and Lincoln Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 05443 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05443, VT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary school average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05443, VT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
57 Mountain Street
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Gr: PK-6 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Community School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
795 East River Road
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2119
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2119
Gr: PK-6 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
05443, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Addison S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
9 Airport Dr
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3657
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3657
Gr: PK | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
220 Airport Drive
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Gr: 7-12 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 05443, VT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05443, VT include Bristol Elementary School and Lincoln Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05443?
2 public elementary schools are located in 05443.
What is the racial composition of students in 05443?
05443 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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