Champlain Valley Union High School

Champlain Valley Unified Union School District #56
396 CVU Road
Hinesburg, VT 05461
1,325 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Champlain Valley Union High School (CVU), located in Hinesburg, Vermont, is a prominent public secondary school serving the students of the Champlain Valley School District. Known for its expansive campus and commitment to a comprehensive educational experience, the school prides itself on fostering a community that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. CVU is particularly well-regarded for its emphasis on personalized learning, often utilizing flexible scheduling and a wide range of elective courses to help students pursue their specific interests and post-secondary goals.

Beyond the classroom, CVU is deeply integrated into the cultural and athletic fabric of the surrounding Vermont communities. The school maintains a strong reputation for its vibrant arts programs and competitive athletic teams, encouraging students to develop as well-rounded citizens. By promoting an inclusive environment that values critical thinking and civic responsibility, Champlain Valley Union High School serves as a central hub for student growth and community engagement in the Hinesburg area.
1,325
Total Students
94.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    1,180 (89.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    45 (3.4 %)
  • Black
    40 (3.0 %)
  • Asian
    30 (2.3 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Champlain Valley Unified Union School District #56
Phone: (802)482-7100
Website: http://www.cvsdvt.org/cvuhs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,325
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 94.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 191
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 68

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 312
Grade 10 327
Grade 11 334
Grade 12 352
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
South Burlington High School
South Burlington School District
Charter School 843 Students
550 Dorset Street
South Burlington, VT 05403 (8.3 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th