Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Westford Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westford Elementary School's student population of 206 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Westford Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westford Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#27 out of 280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westford Elementary School's ranking?
Westford Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Westford Elementary School?
206 students attend Westford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westford Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westford Elementary School?
Westford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westford Elementary School offer ?
Westford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westford Elementary School part of?
Westford Elementary School is part of Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District.
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