| Metric | Green Mountain Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 689 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↑ 53% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain Unified School District (this district) | 6/10 | 57th | 689 |
| South Burlington School District | 10/10 | 98th | 2,717 |
| Essex Junction Schools | 9/10 | 86th | 3,767 |
| Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District | 10/10 | 92nd | 1,234 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 85 rated districts in VT → 57th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Vermont Agency of Education VTCAP, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient and Above, 2024–25 school year; district figures aggregated from school-level results. Full methodology →
- Green Mountain Union High School — Grades 7–12 · 300 students
- Chester Andover Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 246 students
- Cavendish Town Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 69 students
About Green Mountain Unified School District
Green Mountain Unified School District serves zip code 05143, covering Chester, Vermont with grades K–12. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Green Mountain Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among Vermont public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Vermont’s VTCAP grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Vermont is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Green Mountain Unified School District falls near the middle of Vermont on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 05143
Children in zip code 05143 are assigned to Green Mountain Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 05143, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Green Mountain Unified School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Vermont districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Chester
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Green Mountain Unified School District serves zip code 05143, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 05143. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Vermont, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Green Mountain Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 05143.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Green Mountain Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 05143 data.