For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,418 students in 05488, VT.
The top-ranked public schools in 05488, VT are Swanton School and Missisquoi Valley Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05488 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05488, VT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05488, VT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swanton School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24 Fourth Street
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-5346
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-5346
Gr: PK-6 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Missisquoi Valley Union High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
175 Thunderbird Drive
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Gr: 7-12 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
05488, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Franklin Northwest S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
21 Church Street
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-2441
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-2441
Gr: PK | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
100 Thunder Bird Drive
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Swanton, VT 05488
(802) 868-7311
Gr: 7-12 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05488, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05488, VT include Swanton School and Missisquoi Valley Union High School.
How many public schools are located in 05488?
2 public schools are located in 05488.
What is the racial composition of students in 05488?
05488 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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