Summary:
The city of Brandon, Vermont is home to a single high school, Otter Valley Union High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance is mixed compared to state averages, with strengths in 11th grade science proficiency but challenges in 8th grade science proficiency and a significantly higher chronic absenteeism rate.
Otter Valley Union High School had a 82.0% four-year graduation rate for the 2023-2024 school year, slightly below the state average. The school also had a 28.4% chronic absenteeism rate, which is significantly higher than the state average. In terms of test scores, the school performed better than the state average in 11th grade VTCAP/Science Proficiency at 50%, but significantly lower in 8th grade VTCAP/Science Proficiency at 16%.
The school serves a relatively high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with 41.89% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, the school's low student-teacher ratio of 9.9 suggests a focus on small class sizes and personalized attention, which could be a strength. Overall, while Otter Valley Union High School has some areas of strength, it faces challenges that may be impacting its performance, and further analysis with more comprehensive statewide data would be needed to fully understand the school's standing.
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