Best Public Schools in Bennington, VT


Summary:

The city of Bennington, Vermont is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve students across various grade levels and provide educational opportunities within the local community.

Among the standout schools in Bennington, Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School ranks relatively well among Vermont high schools, receiving a 3-star rating and having higher test scores than the state average. However, the school also has a high free and reduced lunch rate, indicating a significant portion of students come from low-income families. In contrast, Woodford Hollow School, a small elementary school, has an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio but also serves a predominantly low-income population with an 85.71% free and reduced lunch rate.

The data reveals a stark contrast in the performance of schools within the Mount Anthony Union High School District #14 and the Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87. While the high school performs relatively well, the elementary and middle schools in the district struggle, with several ranked among the lowest in the state. This disparity in performance suggests the need for targeted interventions to address the underlying factors, such as resource allocation, teacher quality, or community engagement, that contribute to the differences in student outcomes.






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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Vermont Agency of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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