Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wardsboro Central School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wardsboro Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wardsboro Central School's student population of 46 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Wardsboro Elementary School may be the best kept secret in Vermont!
School Rankings
Wardsboro Central 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 Wardsboro Central School is 0.08, 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
#33 out of 280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wardsboro Central School's ranking?
Wardsboro Central School is ranked #33 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Wardsboro Central School?
46 students attend Wardsboro Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wardsboro Central School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wardsboro Central School?
Wardsboro Central School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wardsboro Central School offer ?
Wardsboro Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wardsboro Central School part of?
Wardsboro Central School is part of River Valleys Unified School District #73.
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