Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Hero 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hero School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Hero School's student population of 48 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Hero 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 North Hero School is 0.34, 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
#251 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
4%
3%
White
81%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Champlain Islands Unified Union School District #66
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hero School's ranking?
North Hero School is ranked #251 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend North Hero School?
48 students attend North Hero School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Hero School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hero School?
North Hero School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Hero School offer ?
North Hero School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hero School part of?
North Hero School is part of Champlain Islands Unified Union School District #66.
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