Orange County Schools & Education
Orange County, Vermont
School Score
48/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
79.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
79.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 81.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,019
National avg $13,239
State avg $11,012
School Score
48/100
Higher = better
State avg 55/100
State School Rank
#11
of 14 counties (1 = best)
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Education Overview
About Schools in Orange County, Vermont
A Network of Small Rural Schools
Orange County operates 21 public schools, including 13 elementary and 5 high schools, serving 3,699 students. Education is managed across 9 distinct districts, creating a decentralized but localized infrastructure.
Targeting Growth in Graduation Rates
The county's 79.1% graduation rate trails both the state average of 81.3% and the national benchmark of 87%. While per-pupil spending is $10,019, the composite school score of 54.3 remains slightly above the national median.
Spotlight on Regional Education Districts
The Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 is the largest, enrolling 853 students across 5 schools. No charter schools operate in the county, meaning all 3,699 students attend traditional public institutions.
Intimate Classrooms in Rural Settings
With 20 of 21 schools classified as rural, the average enrollment is just 195 students. Blue Mountain Union School is the largest campus with 411 students, while many smaller elementary schools offer highly personalized attention.
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School Overview
Total Schools
21
in Orange County
Total Enrollment
3,699
students
School Districts
9
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Type Breakdown
9 School Districts in Orange County
Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59
Oxbow Unified Union School District #91
Rivendell Interstate School District
Blue Mountain Union School District #21
Waits River Union High District #36
First Branch Unified School District #82
Thetford School District
Echo Valley Community Union School District #67
Strafford School District
21 Public Schools in Orange County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Mountain Union School | Blue Mountain Union School District #21 | PK–12 | Other | 411 |
| Randolph Union High School | Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 | 7–12 | High | 366 |
| Oxbow Union High School | Oxbow Unified Union School District #91 | 7–12 | High | 355 |
| Randolph Elementary School | Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 | PK–6 | Primary | 335 |
| Williamstown Middle/High School | Paine Mountain Union School District #68 | 6–12 | High | 271 |
| Waits River Valley Union School | Waits River Union High District #36 | PK–8 | Primary | 263 |
| Williamstown Elementary School | Paine Mountain Union School District #68 | PK–5 | Primary | 251 |
| Bradford Elementary School | Oxbow Unified Union School District #91 | PK–6 | Primary | 234 |
| Thetford Elementary School | Thetford School District | PK–6 | Primary | 208 |
| First Branch Elementary School | First Branch Unified School District #82 | PK–4 | Primary | 149 |
| Newton School | Strafford School District | PK–8 | Primary | 126 |
| Washington Village School | Echo Valley Community Union School District #67 | PK–4 | Primary | 118 |
| Samuel Morey Elementary School | Rivendell Interstate School District | PK–5 | Primary | 116 |
| Newbury Elementary School | Oxbow Unified Union School District #91 | PK–6 | Primary | 96 |
| First Branch Middle School | First Branch Unified School District #82 | 5–8 | Middle | 94 |
| Braintree School | Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 | PK–6 | Primary | 81 |
| Westshire Elementary School | Rivendell Interstate School District | PK–5 | Primary | 77 |
| Orange Center School | Echo Valley Community Union School District #67 | 5–8 | Middle | 77 |
| Brookfield School | Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 | PK–6 | Primary | 71 |
| Randolph Technical Career Center | Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,019
State avg $11,012
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Orange County, Vermont — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Orange County, Vermont?
Orange County operates 21 public schools, including 13 elementary and 5 high schools, serving 3,699 students. Education is managed across 9 distinct districts, creating a decentralized but localized infrastructure.
How do schools in Orange County perform academically?
The county's 79.1% graduation rate trails both the state average of 81.3% and the national benchmark of 87%. While per-pupil spending is $10,019, the composite school score of 54.3 remains slightly above the national median.
What are the major school districts in Orange County, Vermont?
The Orange Southwest Unified Union School District #59 is the largest, enrolling 853 students across 5 schools. No charter schools operate in the county, meaning all 3,699 students attend traditional public institutions.
What is the school experience like in Orange County?
With 20 of 21 schools classified as rural, the average enrollment is just 195 students. Blue Mountain Union School is the largest campus with 411 students, while many smaller elementary schools offer highly personalized attention.
How can I find homes near good schools in Orange County, Vermont?
Families looking for close-knit school communities often find Orange County a perfect fit for their next home. Explore local listings to find a property near these small-town educational hubs.
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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.