Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Halifax West School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halifax West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Halifax West School's student population of 74 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Halifax West School ranks within the top 20% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Halifax West School is 0.06, 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
#48 out of 280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Halifax West School's ranking?
Halifax West School is ranked #48 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Halifax West School?
74 students attend Halifax West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Halifax West School students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halifax West School?
Halifax West School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Halifax West School offer ?
Halifax West School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Halifax West School part of?
Halifax West School is part of Halifax School District.
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