For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 844 students in 05743, VT (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 05743, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 05743, VT are Benson Village School, Fair Haven Union Middle And High School and Fair Haven Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05743 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05743, VT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05743, VT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benson Village School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32 School Street
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 537-2491
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 537-2491
Gr: PK-6 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Fair Haven Union Middle And High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
33 Mechanic Street
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-4966
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-4966
Gr: 7-12 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Fair Haven Grade School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
115 North Main Street
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-3883
Fair Haven, VT 05743
(802) 265-3883
Gr: PK-6 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05743, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05743, VT include Benson Village School, Fair Haven Union Middle And High School and Fair Haven Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 05743?
3 public schools are located in 05743.
What percentage of students in 05743 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 05743 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05743?
05743 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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