For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 718 students in 05491, VT (there are 2 private schools, serving 66 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 05491, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 05491, VT are Vergennes Union High School and Vergennes Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05491 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05491, VT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05491, VT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vergennes Union High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 Monkton Road
Vergennes, VT 05491
(802) 877-2938
Vergennes, VT 05491
(802) 877-2938
Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Vergennes Union Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
43 East Street
Vergennes, VT 05491
(802) 877-3761
Vergennes, VT 05491
(802) 877-3761
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
50 Monkton Road
Vergennes, VT 05491
(802) 877-2938
Vergennes, VT 05491
(802) 877-2938
Gr: 6-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05491, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05491, VT include Vergennes Union High School and Vergennes Union Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 05491?
3 public schools are located in 05491.
What percentage of students in 05491 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 05491 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05491?
05491 public schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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