For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 995 students in Montpelier, VT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Montpelier, VT are Main Street Middle School and U-32 Middle & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montpelier, VT public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Vermont public middle school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in Montpelier have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Vermont public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Vermont public middle school average of 11% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Montpelier, VT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Main Street Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
170 Main Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-3404
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-3404
Gr: 5-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
U-32 Middle & High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
930 Gallison Hill Road
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Gr: 7-12 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Montpelier, VT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Montpelier, VT include Main Street Middle School and U-32 Middle & High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Montpelier?
2 public middle schools are located in Montpelier.
What is the racial composition of students in Montpelier?
Montpelier public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Vermont public middle schools average of 11% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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