Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shrewsbury Mountain 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shrewsbury Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Shrewsbury Mountain School's student population of 72 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
We prepare students to explore educational possibilities to discover what makes them thrive.
School Rankings
Shrewsbury Mountain 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 Shrewsbury Mountain School is 0.06, 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
#152 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
n/a
3%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mill River Unified Union School District #52
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marley The Moose
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shrewsbury Mountain School's ranking?
Shrewsbury Mountain School is ranked #152 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?
30-39% 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 Shrewsbury Mountain School?
72 students attend Shrewsbury Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Shrewsbury Mountain School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shrewsbury Mountain School?
Shrewsbury Mountain School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shrewsbury Mountain School offer ?
Shrewsbury Mountain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shrewsbury Mountain School part of?
Shrewsbury Mountain School is part of Mill River Unified Union School District #52.
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