Dorset Elementary School vs Ferrisburgh Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Vermont, United States, 110 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dorset Elementary School
Dorset · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
187 students
Ferrisburgh Central School
Ferrisburgh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
187 students
| Measure | Dorset Elementary School Dorset, Vermont | Ferrisburgh Central School Ferrisburgh, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #41 of 184 | #21 of 184 |
| National rank | #10644 of 50,301 | #7654 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 187 | 187 |
| Enrollment | 187 | 187 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.8% | 33.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Dorset | Ferrisburgh |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferrisburgh Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 70.9).
- •Ferrisburgh Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 34.8%).
- •Ferrisburgh Central School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.4).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dorset Elementary School better than Ferrisburgh Central School?
On the Success Index (US), Ferrisburgh Central School ranks higher (75.5 vs 70.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dorset Elementary School and Ferrisburgh Central School?
About 110 km in a straight line, between Dorset and Ferrisburgh in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dorset Elementary School: 187. Ferrisburgh Central School: 187. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dorset Elementary School and Ferrisburgh Central School rank in Vermont?
Dorset Elementary School is 41st of 184 and Ferrisburgh Central School is 21st of 184 among elementary schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).