Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Swanton School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swanton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Swanton School's student population of 644 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Swanton School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swanton School is 0.32, 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
#123 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
82%
87%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanton School's ranking?
Swanton School is ranked #123 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Swanton School often compared to?
Swanton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highgate Elementary School, Franklin Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Swanton School?
644 students attend Swanton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Swanton School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanton School?
Swanton School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Swanton School offer ?
Swanton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swanton School part of?
Swanton School is part of Missisquoi Valley School District #89.
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