Vermont Schools & Education
School quality and education data for all 14 counties.
Avg Graduation Rate
81.3%
Avg Per-Pupil Spending
$11,012
Avg School Score
55/100
Total Schools
303
106 districts
State Overview
About Schools in Vermont
Vermont Trails National Benchmarks in Graduation and Spending
Vermont’s average graduation rate of 81.3% sits nearly six percentage points below the national average of 87.0%. The state also spends less per student, averaging $11,012 per pupil compared to the $13,000 national benchmark.
Wide Disparities Define Vermont's Educational Landscape
Data from 13 counties reveals a significant performance gap, with school scores ranging from 64.9 in Chittenden to just 35.7 in Grand Isle. Graduation rates show similar volatility, swinging from a high of 89.2% in Lamoille County to a low of 69.0% in Essex County.
Selective Investments Drive State Performance Above Median
Despite spending $1,988 less than the national average per pupil, Vermont maintains an average school score of 56.0, which beats the national median. The state sees its best results where spending is highest, as top-performing Chittenden County leads with a $13,280 per-pupil investment.
Chittenden, Addison, and Lamoille Set the Standard
Chittenden County leads the state with a top school score of 64.9, supported by the state's highest per-pupil funding. Lamoille County delivers the best graduation outcomes at 89.2%, proving that its $11,571 spending rate effectively prepares students for completion.
A Strong System Focused in Key Northern Counties
Vermont remains a competitive state for education, with average school scores outperforming the national median by six points. Families seeking the best outcomes should focus on Chittenden and Lamoille counties, where graduation rates and school scores are highest.
Top Performing School Counties
All Vermont Counties
| County | School Score |
|---|---|
| Grand Isle County | 93/100 |
| Lamoille County | 70/100 |
| Addison County | 64/100 |
| Chittenden County | 62/100 |
| Washington County | 56/100 |
| Rutland County | 56/100 |
| Franklin County | 55/100 |
| Windsor County | 54/100 |
| Caledonia County | 51/100 |
| Windham County | 48/100 |
| Orange County | 48/100 |
| Orleans County | 48/100 |
| Essex County | 44/100 |
| Bennington County | 20/100 |
— = data pending from NCES pipeline.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.