Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chester Andover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester Andover Elementary School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Chester Andover Elementary 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 Chester Andover Elementary School is 0.28, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
13%
4%
White
84%
87%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Andover Elementary School's ranking?
Chester Andover Elementary School is ranked #184 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Chester Andover Elementary School?
246 students attend Chester Andover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Chester Andover Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester Andover Elementary School?
Chester Andover Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chester Andover Elementary School offer ?
Chester Andover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester Andover Elementary School part of?
Chester Andover Elementary School is part of Green Mountain Unified School District #77.
In what neighborhood is Chester Andover Elementary School located?
Chester Andover Elementary School is located in the Chester Depot neighborhood of Chester, VT.
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