Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Charleston Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charleston Elementary School's student population of 121 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charleston Elementary 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 Charleston Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston Elementary School's ranking?
Charleston Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Charleston Elementary School often compared to?
Charleston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy School, Albany Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Charleston Elementary School?
121 students attend Charleston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Charleston Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charleston Elementary School?
Charleston Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charleston Elementary School offer ?
Charleston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charleston Elementary School part of?
Charleston Elementary School is part of Charleston School District.
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