WALLINGFORD VILLAGE SCHOOL

Wallingford Village School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mill River Unified Union School District #52 school district, located in Wallingford, VT with about 157 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Wallingford Village School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Wallingford Village School, located in the heart of Wallingford, Vermont, serves as a central hub for elementary education within the Rutland South Supervisory Union (RSSU). The school fosters a close-knit, community-oriented learning environment that emphasizes the development of the "whole child," blending rigorous academic standards with a focus on social-emotional growth and local community engagement. By utilizing the unique landscape of rural Vermont, the school often incorporates place-based learning into its curriculum, encouraging students to connect their classroom studies to the world around them.

The school is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential through personalized instruction and collaborative projects. With a commitment to maintaining small class sizes and fostering strong partnerships between families and educators, Wallingford Village School aims to build a solid foundation for lifelong learning. It serves as an essential pillar of the Wallingford community, promoting values of inclusivity, respect, and academic curiosity among its student body.

For more information, contact Wallingford Village School at (802) 446-2141 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.