Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fairfield Center 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield Center School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfield Center 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 Fairfield Center School is 0.12, 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
#165 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Fairfield Center School's ranking?
Fairfield Center School is ranked #165 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Fairfield Center School often compared to?
Fairfield Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Albans Town Educational Center by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Center School?
251 students attend Fairfield Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fairfield Center School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Center School?
Fairfield Center School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fairfield Center School offer ?
Fairfield Center School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Center School part of?
Fairfield Center School is part of Maple Run Unified Union School District #57.
In what neighborhood is Fairfield Center School located?
Fairfield Center School is located in the East Fairfield neighborhood of Fairfield, VT.
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