Serving 88 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Braintree School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braintree School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Braintree School's student population of 88 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
88 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Braintree School ranks within the top 10% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braintree School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braintree School's ranking?
Braintree School is ranked #27 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Braintree School?
88 students attend Braintree School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Braintree School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Braintree School?
Braintree School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Braintree School offer ?
Braintree School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Braintree School part of?
Braintree School is part of Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59.
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