草榴社区

Rice Memorial High School Photo - Rice's annual tradition of Stunt Nite has been going on for over 90 years. Each class puts together elaborate acts with singing, dancing, acting, and costumes and tries to outdo one another on Vermont's largest stage, the Flynn Theater. This helps students develop deep friendships and a strong sense of school pride.

Best South Burlington 草榴社区 High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 527 students in South Burlington, VT.
The top-ranked private high schools in South Burlington, VT include Vermont Commons School and Rice Memorial High School.
The average acceptance rate is 41%, which is lower than the Vermont private high school average acceptance rate of 68%.
25% of private high schools in South Burlington, VT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked South Burlington 草榴社区 High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Rice Memorial High School
Rice Memorial High School Photo - Students come from all over Vermont to attend Rice. We know joining a new school can be intimidating, but we have events and activities geared toward helping students feel welcome and at home. Here upperclassmen welcome new students during orientation.
(Catholic)
99 Proctor Avenue
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Vermont Commons School
Vermont Commons School Photo
(3)
75 Green Mountain Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 865-8084
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Augmentative Learning/movement Center
Special Education School
72 Ethan Allen Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
Centerpoint School
Special Education School
1025 Airport Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students

Overview

This Town (South Burlington)
This State (VT)
# Schools
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
527 Students
8,614 Students
% Average Students of Color
12%
13%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
89 Teachers
1,053 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
8:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
82%
65%
Average Class Size
14 students
11 students
Average Number of AP Courses
15 courses
13 courses
Average SAT score
1167
(Out of 1600)
1172

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$23,500
$33,352
Average % on Financial Aid
35%
36%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$21,000
$9,409
Average Acceptance Rate
41%
68%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.27
0.37
# American Indian Students
10 Students
52 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
1%
# Asian Students
12 Students
544 Students
% Asian Students
2%
6%
# Hispanic Students
10 Students
230 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
2%
# Black Students
14 Students
236 Students
% Black Students
2%
3%
# White Students
481 Students
7,080 Students
% White Students
85%
79%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
2 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
37 Students
849 Students
% of Others Students
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
12 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
12 sports
10 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in South Burlington, VT?
The top-ranked private high schools in South Burlington, VT include Vermont Commons School and Rice Memorial High School.
How many private high schools are located in South Burlington?
4 private high schools are located in South Burlington.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in South Burlington?
25% of private high schools in South Burlington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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