Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St. Johnsbury 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 34% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Johnsbury School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Johnsbury School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
St. Johnsbury 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 St. Johnsbury School is 0.21, 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
#197 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
89%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Johnsbury School's ranking?
St. Johnsbury School is ranked #197 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are St. Johnsbury School often compared to?
St. Johnsbury Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyndon Town School, Waterford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend St. Johnsbury School?
662 students attend St. Johnsbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of St. Johnsbury School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Johnsbury School?
St. Johnsbury School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does St. Johnsbury School offer ?
St. Johnsbury School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Johnsbury School part of?
St. Johnsbury School is part of Saint Johnsbury School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Johnsbury School located?
St. Johnsbury School is located in the St Johnsbury neighborhood of Saint Johnsbury, VT.
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