For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 946 students in Bristol, VT (there are 1 private school, serving 45 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Bristol, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, VT are Bristol Elementary School, Lincoln Community School and Mt. Abraham Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Bristol, VT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
57 Mountain Street
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Community School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
795 East River Road
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2119
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2119
Gr: PK-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Mt. Abraham Union High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Airport Drive
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Gr: 7-12 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bristol, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, VT include Bristol Elementary School, Lincoln Community School and Mt. Abraham Union High School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
3 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bristol include: Lincoln Community School vs. Bristol Elementary School, Bristol Elementary School vs. Lincoln Community School
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