For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 234 students in 05843, VT.
The top ranked public elementary school in 05843, VT is Hardwick Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 05843 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05843, VT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 05843, VT Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardwick Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
135 South Main Street
Hardwick, VT 05843
(802) 472-5411
Hardwick, VT 05843
(802) 472-5411
Gr: PK-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
05843, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Orleans Southwest S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Po Box 338
Hardwick, VT 05843
(802) 472-6532
Hardwick, VT 05843
(802) 472-6532
Gr: PK | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 05843, VT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 05843, VT include Hardwick Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05843?
1 public elementary schools are located in 05843.
What is the racial composition of students in 05843?
05843 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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