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Most Selective Private Preschools in Vermont

Name: Vermont Average Acceptance Rate Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool acceptance rate in Vermont is 80% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Vermont is Saxtons River Montessori School, with an acceptance rate of 10%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# VT Schools Ranked: 12
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 10%–100%
VT School Avg.: 80%
National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# VT Schools Ranked: 12
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 10%–100%
VT School Avg.: 80%
National School Avg.: 87%

Vermont Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Total Growth: (-12.0%) (-11% since 2021)

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Year	National avg	Vermont (VT) avg
2025	83%	81% (▼ 12 pp)
2024	88%	93% (▲ 1 pp)
2023	88%	92% (— 0 pp)
2022	88%	92% (— 0 pp)
2021	88%	92%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Acceptance Rate Range: 10% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Vermont average private preschools acceptance rate?

The Vermont average private preschools acceptance rate is 80% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private preschools in Vermont?

The top ranked private preschools in Vermont include Saxtons River Montessori School, Potter S House School and Thaddeus Stevens School.

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