Summary:
The city of West Pawlet, Vermont has only one school, the Mettawee Community School, which serves grades PK-6 with an enrollment of 124 students. The school is part of the Mettawee School District #84, which is ranked 17 out of 75 districts in Vermont and rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.
Mettawee Community School's statewide ranking among Vermont elementary schools has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 21st out of 113 schools in 2022-2023 (4 stars) to 66th out of 133 schools in 2023-2024 (3 stars). The school's 5th-grade students outperformed the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, suggesting effective instruction in these core subject areas. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 17.6% is relatively high, which could impact student learning and academic outcomes.
With over 62% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Mettawee Community School serves a population with significant economic need, which may present additional challenges and require targeted support. The school's small enrollment and low student-teacher ratio of 9.1 to 1 suggest that students may benefit from more individualized attention and support, though the school's overall performance and consistency remain areas for potential improvement.
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