Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Castleton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 6% 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: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castleton Elementary School's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Castleton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castleton Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#177 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
94%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castleton Elementary School's ranking?
Castleton Elementary School is ranked #177 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Castleton Elementary School?
216 students attend Castleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Castleton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castleton Elementary School?
Castleton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Castleton Elementary School offer ?
Castleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castleton Elementary School part of?
Castleton Elementary School is part of Slate Valley Unified Union School District #62.
In what neighborhood is Castleton Elementary School located?
Castleton Elementary School is located in the Bomoseen neighborhood of Castleton, VT.
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