For the 2024-25 school year, there are 141 private schools serving 13,422 students in Vermont (there are 305 public schools, serving 79,782 students). 14% of all K-12 students in Vermont attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $19,576 for elementary schools and $34,722 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Vermont include St. Johnsbury Academy, Stratton Mountain School, and Vermont Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 82% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 13% and the student:teacher ratio is 8:1.
Top Ranked Vermont Private Schools by County (2024-25)
Popular neighborhoods: Williston North (4 schools), New North End (2 schools), South End (2 schools), Essex Town (2 schools), Old Bennington (1 schools).
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Vermont?
The top-ranked private schools in Vermont include St. Johnsbury Academy, Stratton Mountain School, and Vermont Academy.
How many private schools are located in Vermont?
There are 141 private schools are located in Vermont.
How much do private schools cost in Vermont?
The average private school tuition in Vermont is $19,576 for elementary schools and $34,722 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Vermont?
Approximately 13% of students in Vermont private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Vermont go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Vermont attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Vermont?
Which private schools in Vermont are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Vermont include: Thaddeus Stevens School vs. The Riverside School, The Riverside School vs. Thaddeus Stevens School, Mount Snow Academy vs. Stratton Mountain School
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