Forrest Ward Memorial School serves 4 students in grades 1-5.
The student:teacher of Forrest Ward Memorial School is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Seventh Day Adventist.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Forrest Ward Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 8, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
4 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We believe that the best education results when Christ is at the center of all we do, the Bible is our foundation and students learn through a whole child approach––nurturing their growth spiritually, academically, physically, and socially.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Forrest Ward Memorial School?
The application deadline for Forrest Ward Memorial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to Forrest Ward Memorial School is Grace Christian School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hiland Hall School (1.2 miles away)
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