North Country Union High School is a secondary school located in Newport, Vermont, United States. It is operated by the North Country Supervisory Union school district.
Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, North Country Union High 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 15-19% (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 11:1 is equal to 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 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Country Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Country Union High School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Colors
Blue, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Country Union High 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 North Country Union High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Country Union High School's ranking?
North Country Union High School is ranked #234 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are North Country Union High School often compared to?
North Country Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Region Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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).
What is the graduation rate of North Country Union High School?
The graduation rate of North Country Union High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend North Country Union High School?
692 students attend North Country Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Country Union High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 North Country Union High School?
North Country Union High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Country Union High School offer ?
North Country Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Country Union High School part of?
North Country Union High School is part of North Country Union High School District.
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