Serving 91 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Calais Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calais Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Calais Elementary School's student population of 91 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Calais Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calais Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#19 out of 280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
5%
4%
White
92%
87%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calais Elementary School's ranking?
Calais Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Calais Elementary School often compared to?
Calais Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Montpelier Elementary School, Doty Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Calais Elementary School?
91 students attend Calais Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Calais Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calais Elementary School?
Calais Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Calais Elementary School offer ?
Calais Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calais Elementary School part of?
Calais Elementary School is part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92.
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