The average private school acceptance rate in Vermont is 69% per year (2025).
The most selective school in Vermont is Saxtons River Montessori School, with an acceptance rate of 10%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 10%
100%
Avg. Acceptance Rate: 69%
Most Selective Private Schools in Vermont (2025)
School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Saxtons River Montessori School
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 10%
Grades: NS-PK
14 Westminister St
Saxtons River, VT 05154
(802) 869-3349
Saxtons River, VT 05154
(802) 869-3349
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
The Greenwood School![The Greenwood School Photo - Greenwood students don't build their futures on remediated weaknesses, but they do build lives and careers on their strengths and talents. Therefore, Greenwood boys have many opportunities to discover, develop and showcase their creative abilities. For instance, Greenwood offers metal works such as welding and blacksmithing, woodshop classes, and an advanced rock band.]( "The Greenwood School Photo - Greenwood students don't build their futures on remediated weaknesses, but they do build lives and careers on their strengths and talents. Therefore, Greenwood boys have many opportunities to discover, develop and showcase their creative abilities. For instance, Greenwood offers metal works such as welding and blacksmithing, woodshop classes, and an advanced rock band.")
All-boys | Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 20%
Grades: 6-12
14 Greenwood Lane
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-4545
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-4545
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Potter S House School
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 20%
Grades: PK-7
1625 Maple St
Hartford, VT 05047
(802) 296-8400
Hartford, VT 05047
(802) 296-8400
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Burke Mountain Academy![Burke Mountain Academy Photo]( "Burke Mountain Academy Photo")
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 8-12
60 Alpine Ln
East Burke, VT 05832
(802) 427-8013
East Burke, VT 05832
(802) 427-8013
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 9-12
418 Houghton Brook Rd
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-6200
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-6200
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
St. Albert School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 1-8
Po Box 177
Beecher Falls, VT 05902
(603) 246-8631
Beecher Falls, VT 05902
(603) 246-8631
Rank: #77.
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: 8-12
65 Academy Way
Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-7409
Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-7409
Rank: #88.
Rice Memorial High School![Rice Memorial High School Photo - Students come from all over Vermont to attend Rice. We know joining a new school can be intimidating, but we have events and activities geared toward helping students feel welcome and at home. Here upperclassmen welcome new students during orientation.]( "Rice Memorial High School Photo - Students come from all over Vermont to attend Rice. We know joining a new school can be intimidating, but we have events and activities geared toward helping students feel welcome and at home. Here upperclassmen welcome new students during orientation.")
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 41%
Grades: 9-12
99 Proctor Avenue
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
Rank: #99.
The Mountain School of Milton Academy
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 42%
Grades: 11
151 Mountain School Rd
Vershire, VT 05079
(802) 685-4520
Vershire, VT 05079
(802) 685-4520
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: 8-12
611 Vt Rte 114
East Burke, VT 05832
(802) 626-8317
East Burke, VT 05832
(802) 626-8317
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: 7-12
World Cup Circle
South Londonderry, VT 05155
(802) 856-1117
South Londonderry, VT 05155
(802) 856-1117
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: K-8
322 Maple St
Manchester Center, VT 05255
(802) 362-7137
Manchester Center, VT 05255
(802) 362-7137
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Rock Point School![Rock Point School Photo - Our school is located on 130 wooded acres on Lake Champlain in Vermont!]( "Rock Point School Photo - Our school is located on 130 wooded acres on Lake Champlain in Vermont!")
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: 9-12
1 Rock Point Road
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 863-1104
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 863-1104
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: K-8
246 Hardscrabble Rd
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-5213
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-5213
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-8
39 Luther Circle
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
(802) 626-0370
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
(802) 626-0370
Rank: #1616.
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
48 Walnut St
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 254-6320
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 254-6320
Rank: #17 - 1817. - 18.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-12
399 W Gilson Avenue
White River Junction, VT 05001
(802) 295-6800
White River Junction, VT 05001
(802) 295-6800
Rank: #17 - 1817. - 18.
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
6701 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 495-5150
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 495-5150
Rank: #19 - 2319. - 23.
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-12
104 Kocher Dr
Bennington, VT 05201
(802) 447-2233
Bennington, VT 05201
(802) 447-2233
Rank: #19 - 2319. - 23.
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-8
159 Grammar School Lane
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-5364
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-5364
Rank: #19 - 2319. - 23.
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-8
231 Western Ave
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 257-5544
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 257-5544
Rank: #19 - 2319. - 23.
The Pacem School![The Pacem School Photo - Pacem School Group Photo]( "The Pacem School Photo - Pacem School Group Photo")
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: 5-12
32 College Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
Rank: #19 - 2319. - 23.
United Christian Academy
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: K-11
65 School St
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-3112
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-3112
Rank: #2424.
Acceptance Rate: 99%
Grades: NS-12
280 Trinity Drive
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 879-9007
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 879-9007
Rank: #25 - 2825. - 28.
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: 9-12
57 Seminary Ave
Manchester, VT 05254
(802) 362-1775
Manchester, VT 05254
(802) 362-1775
Rank: #25 - 2825. - 28.
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: PK-3
1 Executive Drive, P.O.Box 9435
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
Rank: #25 - 2825. - 28.
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: K-6
9 School St
Bondville, VT 05340
(802) 297-2662
Bondville, VT 05340
(802) 297-2662
Rank: #25 - 2825. - 28.
Turtle Island Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Grades: NS-PK
659 Elm Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-4047
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-4047
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vermont average private schools acceptance rate?
The Vermont average private schools acceptance rate is 69% for 2025.
What are the most selective private schools in Vermont?
The top ranked private schools in Vermont include Saxtons River Montessori School, The Greenwood School and Potter S House School.
What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Vermont?
The most selective private high school in Vermont is The Greenwood School, with an acceptance rate of 20%. The most selective private elementary school is The Greenwood School, with an acceptance rate of 20%.
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