For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 348 students in 05743, VT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 05743, VT are Benson Village School and Fair Haven Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 05743 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05743, VT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary school average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05743, VT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benson Village School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
32 School Street
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 537-2491
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 537-2491
Grades: PK-6
| 98 students
Rank: #22.
Fair Haven Grade School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 North Main Street
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-3883
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-3883
Grades: PK-6
| 250 students
05743, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
33 Mechanic Street
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-4966
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-4966
Grades: 9-12
| 394 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 05743, VT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 05743, VT include Benson Village School and Fair Haven Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05743?
2 public elementary schools are located in 05743.
What is the racial composition of students in 05743?
05743 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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