SAXTON RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Saxton River Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockingham School District school district, located in Saxtons River, VT with about 97 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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, Saxton River 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.

Saxtons River Elementary School (SRES) is a small, community-focused public school located in the historic village of Saxtons River, Vermont. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is part of the Windham Northeast Supervisory Union (WNESU). Its location in a rural, tight-knit village setting allows the school to foster a close relationship with the surrounding community, emphasizing a personalized learning environment where students are well-known by their teachers and peers.

The school is committed to providing a comprehensive education that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. By leveraging its small size, SRES focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages student participation, curiosity, and civic responsibility. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body while preparing them for their transition to high school, all while utilizing the unique cultural and natural resources of the Saxtons River area.

For more information, contact Saxton River Elementary School at (802) 869-2637 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.