For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 753 students in Montpelier, VT.
The top ranked public preschools in Montpelier, VT are Rumney Memorial School, Berlin Elementary School and Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montpelier, VT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Vermont public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Montpelier have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Vermont public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public preschool average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Preschools in Montpelier, VT (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rumney Memorial School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
433 Shady Rill Road
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-5429
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-5429
Gr: PK-6 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Berlin Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
372 Paine Turnpike North
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-2796
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-2796
Gr: PK-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Park Avenue
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 225-8200
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 225-8200
Gr: PK-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Montpelier, Vermont ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montpelier S.d. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
58 Barre St
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-6341
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-6341
Gr: PK | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
930 Gallison Hill Road
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Gr: 7-12 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Montpelier, VT?
The top ranked public preschools in Montpelier, VT include Rumney Memorial School, Berlin Elementary School and Union Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Montpelier?
3 public preschools are located in Montpelier.
What is the racial composition of students in Montpelier?
Montpelier public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public preschools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Montpelier are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Montpelier include: Union Elementary School vs. Berlin Elementary School
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