Serving 249 students in grades 7-8, Rutland Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rutland Middle School's student population of 249 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Rutland Middle 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 Rutland Middle School is 0.31, which is more 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
#273 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
4%
3%
White
83%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutland Middle School's ranking?
Rutland Middle School is ranked #273 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Rutland Middle School often compared to?
Rutland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutland Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rutland Middle School?
249 students attend Rutland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rutland Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutland Middle School?
Rutland Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rutland Middle School offer ?
Rutland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rutland Middle School part of?
Rutland Middle School is part of Rutland City School District.
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