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Best 05261 Vermont Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 249 students in 05261, VT.
The top-ranked public school in 05261, VT is Pownal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 05261 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05261, VT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 05261, VT Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pownal Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
94 School House Road
Pownal, VT 05261
(802) 823-7333
Gr: PK-6 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 05261, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05261, VT include Pownal Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 05261?
1 public schools are located in 05261.
What is the racial composition of students in 05261?
05261 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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