Montpelier High School is a public secondary school, comprising grades 9–12, located in Montpelier, Vermont. MHS serves the Montpelier Roxbury 51±¬ÁÏs District. Schools in the district also include Union Elementary School, Roxbury Village School, and Main Street Middle School.
Serving 371 students in grades 9-12, Montpelier High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montpelier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Montpelier High School's student population of 371 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
Our schools are caring, creative, and equitable communities that ensure all children grow into engaged citizens and life-long learners.
School Rankings
Montpelier High School ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montpelier High School is 0.24, which is more 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
#75 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Screech The Owl
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montpelier High School's ranking?
Montpelier High School is ranked #75 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Montpelier High School often compared to?
Montpelier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like U-32 Middle & High School, Twinfield Union School, Northfield Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montpelier High School?
The graduation rate of Montpelier High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Montpelier High School?
371 students attend Montpelier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Montpelier High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montpelier High School?
Montpelier High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montpelier High School offer ?
Montpelier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montpelier High School part of?
Montpelier High School is part of Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71.
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