For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 692 students in 05855, VT.
The top ranked public high school in 05855, VT is North Country Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 05855 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Vermont public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 05855, VT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 05855 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Vermont average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Country Union High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Vermont or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public high school average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05855, VT Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Country Union High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
209 Veterans Avenue
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-7921
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-7921
Gr: 9-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
North Country Career Center
Vocational School
209 Veterans Avenue
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-5469
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-5469
Gr: 9-12
05855, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Orleans Essex North S.u. (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
338 Highland Avenue Suit
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 766-2251
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 766-2251
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 05855, VT?
The top ranked public high schools in 05855, VT include North Country Union High School.
How many public high schools are located in 05855?
2 public high schools are located in 05855.
What is the racial composition of students in 05855?
05855 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public high schools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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