Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benson Village 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Benson Village School's student population of 97 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Benson Village 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 Benson Village School is 0.10, 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
#164 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
3%
2%
Black
2%
3%
White
95%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Village School's ranking?
Benson Village School is ranked #164 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Benson Village School?
97 students attend Benson Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Benson Village School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson Village School?
Benson Village School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benson Village School offer ?
Benson Village School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson Village School part of?
Benson Village School is part of Slate Valley Unified Union School District #62.
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