The New School Of Montpelier in Montpelier, VT, is a co–ed special education school serving 31 students in grades K–12 within a town community setting.
Founded in 2005, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 supported by 11 teachers, facilitating individualized instruction.
The school is nonsectarian and holds memberships with the National Association of Private Special Education Centers and the National Independent Private Schools Association.
Approximately 6 percent of the student body represents students of color, reflecting aspects of diversity in the town locale.
As a specialized Vermont private K–12 school, it is positioned alongside nearby special education and alternative schools in the Montpelier area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: A safe and encouraging environment for Vermont's unique learners.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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When is the application deadline for The New School Of Montpelier?
The application deadline for The New School Of Montpelier is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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