Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rumney Memorial School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rumney Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rumney Memorial School's student population of 122 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Wildcat
School Rankings
Rumney Memorial School ranks within the top 5% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rumney Memorial School is 0.10, 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
#9 out of 280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rumney Memorial School's ranking?
Rumney Memorial School is ranked #9 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Rumney Memorial School often compared to?
Rumney Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doty Memorial School by visitors of our site.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rumney Memorial School?
122 students attend Rumney Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rumney Memorial School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rumney Memorial School?
Rumney Memorial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rumney Memorial School offer ?
Rumney Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rumney Memorial School part of?
Rumney Memorial School is part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92.
School Reviews
4 5/11/2020
We might be small, but we're very mighty. All the teachers are kind and they can really connect with the kids.
2 5/1/2012
This school is only for people who are part of the "clique" of people. If you do not fit, you will countless problems and have your kids labeled. Horrible school.
5 2/22/2010
Rumney is a great school. It's a fair school
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