Education in Vermont


While the majority of students K - 12 attend the public school system, Vermont offers incredible choices for private schools as well. Among the many national Accolades Vermont receives for our quality of life and business environment - our educational system has also been recognized as the top in it's class. In 2006, two Chittenden County High School students were honored with the "Rhodes Scholard" Award.

Learning in Vermont
Ranked the
"Smartest State in the Nation" for 2 consecutive years, according to
Morgan Quitno Press. In a release, Scott Morgan, President of Morgan Quitno Press said,
"Any encyclopedia will tell you that Vermont produces more maple syrup, marble and monument granite than any other state; but the state also produces stellar students, thanks to its commitment to high quality elementary and secondary education."
Public Schools, K - 12:
Click on the links below to learn more about the School District or Supervisory Union you're interested in:
| Addison County, Public Schools, K - 12 |
Serving Communities of:
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| Addison Central Supervisory Union |
Bridport, Cornwall, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham, Middlebury |
Addison Northeast Supervisory Union
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Bristol, Lincoln, Monkton, New Haven, Starksboro and Mt. Abraham |
| Addison Northwest Supervisory Union |
Addison, Ferrisburg, Panton, Vergennes and Waltham |
| Addison Rutland Supervisory Union |
Benson, Catleton, Fair Haven and Orwell |
Grand Isle County, Public Schools, K - 12
|
Serving Communities of:
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| Grand Isle Supervisory Union |
Grand Isle, South Hero, North Hero and Alburg |
Private Schools, K - 12:
Private Schools located in Chittenden County
|
Grades Served |
| Brownell Mountain School, Williston |
PK-9 |
| Christ the King School, Burlington |
PK-8 |
| Hull Crest School, Burlington |
7-12 |
| International Children's School, South Burlington |
PK-1 |
| Jean Garvin School, Essex Junction |
8-10 |
| Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Shelburne |
PK-11 |
| Mater Christi School, Burlington |
PK-8 |
| North Avenue Christian School, Burlington |
PK-8 |
| Renaissance School, Shelburne |
K-6 |
| Rice Memorial High School, South Burlington |
9-12 |
| Rock Point School, Burlington |
9-12 |
| St. Francis Xavier School, Winooski |
PK-8 |
| St. Joseph School, Burlington |
PK-8 |
| The Acorn School, Charlotte |
6-7 |
| The Gailer School, Middlebury |
7-12 |
| The Schoolhouse Learning Center, South Burlington |
K-6 |
| Trinity Baptist Schools, Williston |
PK-12 |
| Vermont Commons School, South Burlington |
7-12 |
Day Care and Nursery Schools:
Please visit the
Vermont Child Care Resource, a non-profit association and great resource for parents and day care providers to learn more about day care and nursery school options in our area.
Vermont Colleges & Universities

Champlain College, Burlington, VT
Vermont was ranked the
"Smartest State" by Morgan Quinto, with one the highest per capita college-educated populations in the Country. Undoubtedly our renowned post-secondary and higher education institutions have contributed to that fame and continue to set Vermont apart.
Students love to attend College here, often lured by the beautiful mountains and outdoor recreation opportunities. Often the vibrant business climate and entreprenurial spirit you'll find in the Greater Burlington area is credited to the fact that we are surrounded by top rated Colleges and Universities. Many students choose to stay in the area after college to work, live, and ultimately raise their family.
Chittenden County and Burlington, VT are known for several of the state's larger institutions, including: