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Best Vermont Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 142 private schools serving 13,358 students in Vermont (there are 304 public schools, serving 80,076 students). 14% of all K-12 students in Vermont are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $19,385 for elementary schools and $34,238 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Vermont include St. Johnsbury Academy, Stratton Mountain School and Vermont Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 81% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 13% and the student:teacher ratio is 8:1.
23% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Vermont Private Schools by County (2024-25)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
20
2,381
32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Vermont?
The best top ranked private schools in Vermont include St. Johnsbury Academy, Stratton Mountain School and Vermont Academy.
How many private schools are located in Vermont?
142 private schools are located in Vermont.
How much do private schools cost in Vermont?
The average private school tuition in Vermont is $19,385 for elementary schools and $34,238 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Vermont?
Vermont private schools are approximately 13% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Vermont go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Vermont are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Vermont?
23% of private schools in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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