Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Hiawatha Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 203 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.48, which is more 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
#93 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
70%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Hiawatha Elementary School often compared to?
Hiawatha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Street School by visitors of our site.
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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
203 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District.
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