Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orleans Elementary 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orleans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orleans Elementary School's student population of 132 students has grown by 11% 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
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Not mentioned
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orleans Elementary 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 Orleans Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#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)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
3%
3%
White
87%
87%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orleans Elementary School's ranking?
Orleans Elementary School is ranked #165 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?
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 Orleans Elementary School?
132 students attend Orleans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Orleans Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orleans Elementary School?
Orleans Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orleans Elementary School offer ?
Orleans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orleans Elementary School part of?
Orleans Elementary School is part of Lake Region Union Elementary Middle School District.
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