Craftsbury Academy is a term that is generally applied to the high school portion of the Craftsbury School System located in Craftsbury, Orleans County, Vermont, although occasionally it is extended to include the middle school as well, because it shares many resources with the high school.
Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Craftsbury Schools ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craftsbury Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Craftsbury Schools's student population of 207 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Craftsbury Schools ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Craftsbury Schools is 0.08, which is less 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
#60 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
96%
87%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craftsbury Schools's ranking?
Craftsbury Schools is ranked #60 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Craftsbury Schools?
The graduation rate of Craftsbury Schools is 60-79%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Craftsbury Schools?
207 students attend Craftsbury Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Craftsbury Schools students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craftsbury Schools?
Craftsbury Schools has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Craftsbury Schools offer ?
Craftsbury Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Craftsbury Schools part of?
Craftsbury Schools is part of Craftsbury Town School District.
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