Summary:
The White River Unified School District #79 in Vermont is home to two elementary schools: South Royalton Elementary School and Bethel Elementary School. Based on the available data, Bethel Elementary School emerges as the standout performer, consistently ranking higher statewide and outperforming South Royalton Elementary School in various academic metrics.
Bethel Elementary School ranked 19th out of 113 Vermont elementary schools in the 2022-2023 school year, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, while South Royalton Elementary School ranked 40th and received a 3-star rating. Bethel also outperformed the state average in all subject areas and grade levels reported, with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Science compared to the state average and South Royalton Elementary School.
Additionally, Bethel Elementary School had a slightly lower percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients, indicating a more affluent student population. The school also had a higher spending per student of $19,497, compared to $12,766 for South Royalton Elementary School, which may contribute to its stronger academic performance. Despite the differences in performance and funding, both schools maintain a predominantly white student population, suggesting that factors beyond demographics, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and resource allocation, play a significant role in driving the observed outcomes.
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