For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 688 students in Richmond, VT (there are 1 private school, serving 11 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Richmond, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Richmond, VT are Camels Hump Middle School and Richmond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richmond, VT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Richmond have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Richmond, VT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Camels Hump Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
173 School Street
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2188
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2188
Gr: 5-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 School Street
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2461
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2461
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Richmond, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in Richmond, VT include Camels Hump Middle School and Richmond Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Richmond?
2 public schools are located in Richmond.
What percentage of students in Richmond go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Richmond are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Richmond?
Richmond public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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