Serving 80 students in grades 5-8, Orange Center 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Orange Center School's student population of 80 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The CVSU community of schools is committed to cultivating within all our students the knowledge, skills, and character essential to becoming purposeful, productive, and engaged members of their world.
School Rankings
Orange 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 Orange Center School is 0.12, 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
#243 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
4%
White
94%
87%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Center School's ranking?
Orange Center School is ranked #243 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Orange Center School?
80 students attend Orange Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Orange Center School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange Center School?
Orange Center School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orange Center School offer ?
Orange Center School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orange Center School part of?
Orange Center School is part of Echo Valley Community Union School District #67.
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