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Vermont Private Elementary Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 1,680 students in Vermont.
The average tuition cost is $25,822, which is higher than the Vermont private elementary school average tuition cost of $19,208.
8% of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Friends).
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont include Maple Street School, Burke Mountain Academy, and The Greenwood School.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 13

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 13

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

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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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
Avg. class size: 12 students
1045 Kirby Hollow Rd
Dorset, VT 05251
(802) 867-5717
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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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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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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 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
Avg. class size: 10 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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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 elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont include Maple Street School, Burke Mountain Academy, and The Greenwood School.
How many private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Vermont?
13 private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Vermont.
How much do private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) cost in Vermont?
The average tuition cost is $25,822, which is higher than the Vermont private school average tuition cost of $19,208.
How diverse are private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont?
Vermont private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are approximately 9% minority students, which is same as the Vermont private school average of 9%.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are religiously affiliated in Vermont?
8% of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Vermont are religiously affiliated (most commonly Friends).
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Private Schools
1,680
Students
$25,822
Avg. Tuition
9%
Students of Color
6:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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