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Best Vermont Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 20 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 4,390 students in Vermont. You can also find more schools membership associations in Vermont.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont include Burke Mountain Academy, Lyndon Institute, and Burr and Burton Academy.
The average tuition cost is $36,182, which is higher than the Vermont private school average tuition cost of $22,778.
10% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 20

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 20

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont (2026-27)

St. Johnsbury Academy Photo
St. Johnsbury Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 995 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 24 | Extracurriculars: 34
1000 Main Street
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 751-2130
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Burke Mountain Academy Photo
Burke Mountain Academy
Gr: 8-12 | 64 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Alternative School
60 Alpine Ln
East Burke, VT 05832
(802) 427-8013
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Burr and Burton Academy Photo
Burr and Burton Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 17
57 Seminary Ave
Manchester, VT 05254
(802) 362-1775
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The Greenwood School Photo
The Greenwood School
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 22
All-boys | Special Education School
14 Greenwood Lane
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-4545
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International Children's School Inc. Photo
International Children's School Inc.
Gr: PK-3 | 30 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 4
Specialized Curriculum
1 Executive Drive, P.O.Box 9435
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
(3)
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Map of Long Trail School
Long Trail School
Gr: 6-12 | 222 students
1045 Kirby Hollow Rd
Dorset, VT 05251
(802) 867-5717
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Lyndon Institute Photo
Lyndon Institute
Gr: 9-12 | 457 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 20
168 Institute Circle
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
(802) 535-3636
(1)
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Maple Street School Photo
Maple Street School
Gr: K-8 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 3
322 Maple St
Manchester Center, VT 05255
(802) 362-7137
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Map of Mount St. Joseph Academy
Mount St. Joseph Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students
Catholic
127 Convent Ave
Rutland, VT 05701
(802) 775-0151
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Oak Meadow School Photo
Oak Meadow School
Gr: K-12 | 622 students
Extracurriculars: 4
8 Bellows Falls Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 251-7250
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The Putney School Photo
The Putney School
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 11
Alternative School
418 Houghton Brook Rd
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-6201
(1)
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Stratton Mountain School Photo
Stratton Mountain School
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 3
Specialized Curriculum
World Cup Circle
South Londonderry, VT 05155
(802) 856-1117
(1)
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Vermont Academy Photo
Vermont Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 21
10 Long Walk
Saxtons River, VT 05154
(802) 869-6229
(3)
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Vermont Commons School Photo
Vermont Commons School
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 11
75 Green Mountain Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 865-8084
(3)
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The Grammar School Photo
The Grammar School
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 12
159 Grammar School Lane
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-5364
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Map of Mount Snow Academy
Mount Snow Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students
Sports: 3
Alternative School
248 Vermont 100
West Dover, VT 05356
(802) 464-7669
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Mountain School At Winhall Photo
Mountain School At Winhall
Gr: K-6 | 51 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
9 School St
Bondville, VT 05340
(802) 297-2662
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The Mountain School of Milton Academy Photo
The Mountain School of Milton Academy
Gr: 10-12 | 47 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 18
Specialized Curriculum
151 Mountain School Rd
Vershire, VT 05079
(802) 685-4520
(1)
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Thaddeus Stevens School Photo
Thaddeus Stevens School
Gr: PK-8 | 49 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School (Friends)
39 Luther Circle
Lyndon Center, VT 05850
(802) 626-0370
(6)
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Vermont Day School Photo
Vermont Day School
Gr: PK-8 | 73 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
6701 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 495-5150
(9)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont include Burke Mountain Academy, Lyndon Institute, and Burr and Burton Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Vermont?
20 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Vermont.
How much do private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) cost in Vermont?
The average tuition cost is $36,182, which is higher than the Vermont private school average tuition cost of $22,778.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont?
Vermont private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are approximately 10% minority students, which is lower than the Vermont private school average of 12%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are religiously affiliated in Vermont?
10% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).
20
Private Schools
4,390
Students
$36,182
Avg. Tuition
10%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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