For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 217 students in 05860, VT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05860, VT are Brownington Central School and Orleans Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 05860 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05860, VT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary school average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05860, VT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownington Central School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
103 Chase Road
Orleans, VT 05860
(802) 754-8467
Orleans, VT 05860
(802) 754-8467
Gr: PK-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Orleans Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
53 School Street
Orleans, VT 05860
(802) 754-6650
Orleans, VT 05860
(802) 754-6650
Gr: PK-8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
05860, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Orleans Central S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Po Box 207
Orleans, VT 05860
(802) 754-6945
Orleans, VT 05860
(802) 754-6945
Gr: PK | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 05860, VT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05860, VT include Brownington Central School and Orleans Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05860?
2 public elementary schools are located in 05860.
What is the racial composition of students in 05860?
05860 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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