The Compass School

The Compass School

Private High School | Grade 7-12
7892 US Route 5,  Westminster, VT
4.4
5.0
72 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rick Gordon, Phd
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$15,500

Niche Grade

B
Academics
C+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
9
Part Time Teachers
5
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
580
Verbal
680
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
50%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
96.9%
Hispanic
1.6%
Black
1.6%

School Rankings

#3 Best HS for the Arts in Vermont
Source: Niche

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Vermont 9 Students
Vermont State University Castleton 4 Students
Champlain College 4 Students
Rochester Institute of Technology 3 Students
Middlebury College 3 Students
Bennington College 3 Students
Clarkson University 2 Students
Colby College 2 Students
Colby-Sawyer College 2 Students
Clark University 2 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 3 Students
Nursing 3 Students
Environmental Science 3 Students
Communications 3 Students
Computer Science 2 Students
Pre-Law Studies 2 Students
Arts 2 Students
Journalism 2 Students
Psychiatric and Mental Health Services 2 Students
Environmental Engineering 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 6 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/8/2020
The Compass School is really a big community/family. The faculty always puts there hearts into their classes and students providing unending support. Although this school might not be for everyone it has changed so many lives in the best way.
5.0 Senior
5/24/2018
Not only is it a great place academically but the community makes you feel like a learning individual instead of just a statistic.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 6 Reviews
5.0 other
8/10/2018
The Compass School is a leading example of how education is evolving and differing from the conventional to deliver a world class experience that develops passions, furthers understanding, and invokes a quest to expand one's knowledge in whatever realm the student chooses. During my time at Compass...
5.0 parent
10/23/2017
Compass School in Westminster, Vermont is an extraordinary school in its humble location. I knew, after the first conversation with one of the staff members, that this is the place for my daughter. We are now in our second year as a member of the Compass family and my appreciation for all they offer...
5.0 parent
2/9/2017
My son started at Compass as a 7th grader and is now a Junior. Compass has done so much for him socially & academically. I remember him telling me that they teach you how you learn. He is now looking at an endless number of college options. They balance education with life skills and teach kids to b...
5.0 parent
2/7/2017
I cannot say enough about The Compass School and Staff. My son has grown and flourished because of the caring and supportive nature that is found at this organization. I would recommend this school to anyone who is searching for an education that promotes a love of learning and individuality. The cl...

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The Compass School is a private school for students in grades 7-12 located at 7892 US Route 5 in Westminster, in the Westminster neighborhood. Annual tuition is $15,500. The school has a total enrollment of 72 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. The Compass School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B-. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average SAT score is 1270. The average home value in this area is $329,713. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bellows Falls Union High School, Bellows Falls Middle School, Walpole Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Westminster has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Compass School.

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