BARSTOW MEMORIAL SCHOOL

Barstow Memorial School is a public elementary school that is part of the Barstow Unified Union School District #49 school district, located in Chittenden, VT with about 219 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 16 teachers, Barstow Memorial School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Barstow Memorial School, located in the rural community of Chittenden, Vermont, serves as a central hub for Pre-K through 8th-grade education within the Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union (RNESU). The school emphasizes a close-knit, community-oriented learning environment that leverages its scenic Vermont surroundings to foster academic growth and personal development. By focusing on individualized attention and a robust core curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for the transition to secondary education while cultivating essential life skills and social responsibility.

Beyond its academic offerings, Barstow Memorial School places a high value on the partnership between educators, families, and the wider Chittenden community. The school environment is characterized by its dedication to supporting the "whole child," integrating extracurricular opportunities and character-building initiatives alongside standard coursework. Through its digital presence and commitment to local engagement, the school serves not only as an educational institution but as a focal point for the civic and social life of the Chittenden area.

For more information, contact Barstow Memorial School at (802) 773-6926 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.