JAMAICA VILLAGE SCHOOL

Jamaica Village School is a Title I public elementary school with about 60 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 7 teachers, Jamaica Village School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Jamaica Village School is a small, community-focused public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in the town of Jamaica, Vermont. As a member of the Vermont Northshire Supervisory Union, the school emphasizes a supportive, student-centered environment that fosters academic growth, social-emotional development, and a strong sense of civic responsibility. Because of its intimate size, the school is able to maintain small class groupings, allowing teachers to provide individualized attention and create a close-knit atmosphere where students, staff, and families work collaboratively.

Beyond its core curriculum, Jamaica Village School integrates its surrounding natural environment into the learning experience, encouraging students to engage with the unique landscape of Southern Vermont. The school takes pride in its historic role as a pillar of the Jamaica community, often hosting events and activities that bridge the gap between the classroom and the local neighborhood. By prioritizing both academic excellence and character building, the school aims to prepare its pupils for the transition to middle school while cultivating a lifelong love of learning within a nurturing and inclusive setting.

For more information, contact Jamaica Village School at (802) 874-4822 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.