Chamberlin School

262 White Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chamberlin School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 490 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 20% in VT
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chamberlin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Chamberlin School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Sharing, Caring Learning Together!

School Rankings

Chamberlin School ranks within the top 20% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamberlin School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (VT)
#42 out of 280 schools
(Top 20%)
60-64%
40%
50-54%
44%
40-49%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
8%
3%
White
70%
87%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chamberlin School's ranking?
Chamberlin School is ranked #42 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Chamberlin School often compared to?
Chamberlin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelburne Community School, Rick Marcotte Central School, Williston Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Chamberlin School?
490 students attend Chamberlin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Chamberlin School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chamberlin School?
Chamberlin School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chamberlin School offer ?
Chamberlin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chamberlin School part of?
Chamberlin School is part of South Burlington School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 490 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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