For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,861 students in 05403, VT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05403, VT are Orchard School, Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School and Chamberlin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 05403 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05403, VT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Vermont public elementary school average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05403, VT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orchard School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2 Baldwin Avenue
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7300
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7300
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7100
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Chamberlin School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
262 White Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7400
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Rick Marcotte Central School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Market Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7200
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 652-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
05403, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Burlington S.d. (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
550 Dorset St
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9050
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9050
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 103:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 05403, VT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05403, VT include Orchard School, Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School and Chamberlin School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05403?
4 public elementary schools are located in 05403.
What is the racial composition of students in 05403?
05403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Vermont public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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