NEWTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Newton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Strafford School District school district, located in South Strafford, VT with about 110 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 9 teachers, Newton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Newton Elementary School, located in the rural community of South Strafford, Vermont, serves as a focal point for primary education in the region. As part of the local educational landscape, the school is known for fostering a close-knit learning environment that emphasizes student growth, academic development, and a strong connection to the surrounding community. Its location on VT Route 132 reflects the school's role as a central resource for families in the South Strafford area, providing a foundational education tailored to the needs of young learners.

The school is dedicated to maintaining a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with both their academics and their peers. By utilizing its website as a primary communication tool, the institution ensures that parents and community members stay informed about school initiatives, events, and curriculum goals. Newton Elementary remains committed to the values of public education within Vermont, striving to prepare its students for their future academic endeavors while maintaining the character and intimacy of a small-town schoolhouse.

For more information, contact Newton Elementary School at (802) 765-4351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

243 VT Route 132
South Strafford, VT 05070
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NEWTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in South Strafford, VT with about 110 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Vermont

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
110
Teachers:
9.95
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 110 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NEWTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 98% of the student body.

White
98.2%
Two or more races
1.8%

Female
53.6%
Male
46.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.