Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Summit Street School ranks in the top 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Summit Street School's student population of 305 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Street 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 Summit Street School is 0.43, 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
#113 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
3%
3%
White
74%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Summit Street School's ranking?
Summit Street School is ranked #113 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Summit Street School often compared to?
Summit Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiawatha Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Summit Street School?
305 students attend Summit Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Summit Street School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Street School?
Summit Street School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Summit Street School offer ?
Summit Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summit Street School part of?
Summit Street School is part of Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District.
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