Serving 78 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Saxton River 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saxton River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Saxton River Elementary School's student population of 78 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Saxton River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saxton River Elementary School is 0.24, which is more 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
#243 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saxton River Elementary School's ranking?
Saxton River Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 283 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Saxton River Elementary School?
78 students attend Saxton River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Saxton River Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saxton River Elementary School?
Saxton River Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saxton River Elementary School offer ?
Saxton River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saxton River Elementary School part of?
Saxton River Elementary School is part of Rockingham School District.
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