Forrest Ward Memorial School in Bennington, VT, serves four students in grades 1 through 5 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with one teacher supporting its co–educational elementary program.
Affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist orientation, Forrest Ward Memorial School provides education that reflects other religious traditions.
The student body includes 40% students of color, placing the school among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for diversity.
Families seeking a small–scale, rural elementary private school near Bennington may consider Forrest Ward Memorial School.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Student Body
Total Students
4 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
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).
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