Serving 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walden School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walden School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Walden School's student population of 76 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walden 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 Walden School is 0.02, 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
#152 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
99%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Walden School's ranking?
Walden School is ranked #152 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Walden School?
76 students attend Walden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Walden School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walden School?
Walden School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walden School offer ?
Walden School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walden School part of?
Walden School is part of Caledonia Cooperative Unified School District #78.
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