Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fayston Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fayston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fayston Elementary School's student population of 123 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Fayston Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fayston Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#11 out of 280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayston Elementary School's ranking?
Fayston Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Fayston Elementary School?
123 students attend Fayston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Fayston Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayston Elementary School?
Fayston Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fayston Elementary School offer ?
Fayston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fayston Elementary School part of?
Fayston Elementary School is part of Harwood Unified Union School District #60.
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