Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newport Town 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Town School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newport Town School's student population of 120 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Embrace Learning, Empower Lives'
School Rankings
Newport Town 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 Newport Town School is 0.26, which is more 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
#253 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
86%
87%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Town School's ranking?
Newport Town School is ranked #253 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Newport Town School?
120 students attend Newport Town School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Newport Town School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Town School?
Newport Town School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newport Town School offer ?
Newport Town School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport Town School part of?
Newport Town School is part of Newport Town School District.
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