Summary:
The 05660 zip code area is home to two high-performing schools: Harwood Union Middle/High School and Moretown Elementary School, both part of the Harwood Unified Union School District #60. These schools have earned strong rankings and ratings, with Moretown Elementary ranked 7th out of 113 Vermont elementary schools and Harwood Union Middle/High ranked 9th out of 47 Vermont high schools.
Moretown Elementary School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with 72.22% of 5th-grade students scoring proficient or better in science, far exceeding the state average of 42%. The school also has a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate of 15.06%, suggesting a more affluent student population. In contrast, Harwood Union Middle/High School has a higher free/reduced lunch rate of 29.64%, indicating a more diverse student body. However, Harwood Union students have outperformed state averages in several subjects, including English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Both schools demonstrate a strong focus on academic excellence, with Harwood Union Middle/High School spending $16,309 per student and Moretown Elementary School spending $14,977 per student. The student-teacher ratios also vary, with Harwood Union at 9:1 and Moretown Elementary at 13.3:1, reflecting the different needs and resources required for middle/high school and elementary school students.
Thank you for your feedback!