Serving 852 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barre Town Elementary & Middle 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 38% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School's student population of 852 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
852 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barre Town Elementary & Middle 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 Barre Town Elementary & Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
91%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barre Town Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School is ranked #159 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Barre Town Elementary & Middle School often compared to?
Barre Town Elementary & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barre City Elementary/middle 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Barre Town Elementary & Middle School?
852 students attend Barre Town Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Barre Town Elementary & Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barre Town Elementary & Middle School?
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barre Town Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barre Town Elementary & Middle School part of?
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School is part of Barre Unified Union School District #97.
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