NORTH HERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

North Hero Elementary School is a public elementary school with about 65 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 5 teachers, North Hero Elementary 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.

North Hero Elementary School is a small, community-focused public school located on the shores of Lake Champlain in the rural town of North Hero, Vermont. As part of the Grand Isle Supervisory Union, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education, leveraging its intimate size to foster close relationships between students, teachers, and families. The curriculum is designed to meet the academic needs of elementary-aged children while encouraging social-emotional growth and a strong sense of civic responsibility within the local community.

The school is deeply integrated into the unique landscape of the Champlain Islands, often utilizing the natural environment as an extension of the classroom to promote experiential learning. With a commitment to maintaining small class sizes, North Hero Elementary provides a supportive atmosphere where individual learning styles are prioritized. By blending traditional educational standards with a focus on community engagement and place-based learning, the school aims to prepare its students for future academic success while preserving the close-knit values of their rural Vermont heritage.

For more information, contact North Hero Elementary School at (802) 372-8866 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.