SHARON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sharon Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sharon School District school district, located in Sharon, VT with about 153 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 11 teachers, Sharon 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.

Sharon Elementary School, located in the rural town of Sharon, Vermont, serves as a central hub for the local community’s educational needs. As part of the Orange Windsor Supervisory Union (OWSU), the school is committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that emphasizes academic growth, social responsibility, and a connection to the surrounding Vermont landscape. The school prides itself on maintaining small class sizes, which allows for personalized instruction and a strong sense of community among students, staff, and families.

The school’s curriculum is designed to develop the "whole child," blending rigorous academic standards with opportunities for creative expression and physical development. Beyond the classroom, Sharon Elementary actively promotes the values of citizenship and environmental stewardship, often utilizing the natural beauty of the Upper Valley region as an extension of the learning experience. By encouraging active parent involvement and maintaining a close-knit school culture, the institution strives to prepare its students to become collaborative, thoughtful, and engaged members of the global community.

For more information, contact Sharon Elementary School at (802) 763-7425 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.