Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bristol Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristol Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristol Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristol Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
3%
3%
White
92%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Elementary School's ranking?
Bristol Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Bristol Elementary School often compared to?
Bristol Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Bristol Elementary School?
284 students attend Bristol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bristol Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristol Elementary School?
Bristol Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bristol Elementary School offer ?
Bristol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristol Elementary School part of?
Bristol Elementary School is part of MT. Abraham Unified School District #61.
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