Serving 164 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Folsom Education & Community Center ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (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 15:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folsom Education & Community Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Folsom Education & Community Center's student population of 164 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Folsom Education & Community Center ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Folsom Education & Community Center is 0.19, 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
#66 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
90%
87%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folsom Education & Community Center's ranking?
Folsom Education & Community Center is ranked #66 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Folsom Education & Community Center?
164 students attend Folsom Education & Community Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Folsom Education & Community Center students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Folsom Education & Community Center?
Folsom Education & Community Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Folsom Education & Community Center offer ?
Folsom Education & Community Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Folsom Education & Community Center part of?
Folsom Education & Community Center is part of South Hero School District.
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