Mount Ascutney School District 86 operates 8 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Mount Ascutney School District 86 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,000 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 8 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↑ 53% above avg |
| District Type | Urban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Near average |
- Albert Bridge School (West Windsor) — Grades PK–6 · 68 students
- Windsor School — Grades PK–12 · 572 students
- Edmunds Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 356 students
- Lyman C. Hunt Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 322 students
- Windsor High School — Grades 9–12 · 921 students
About Mount Ascutney School District 86
Zip code 05089 in Windsor, Vermont is served by Mount Ascutney School District 86 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of Mount Ascutney School District 86’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Mount Ascutney School District 86 runs approximately $20,000 annually, placing it near the Vermont state average of approximately $20,000 and well above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Mount Ascutney School District 86 is a small, community-focused district with 2 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 644 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Mount Ascutney School District 86 does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. Our ratings are based on state assessment proficiency data (reading and math) published in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection, and this district does not yet have sufficient reported proficiency data to calculate a reliable score. This is common for very small districts, special-purpose or charter agencies, and newly reorganized districts.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it simply means we don’t have enough assessment data to place Mount Ascutney School District 86 on the 1–10 scale yet. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making a housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 05089 data.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 05089
Children in zip code 05089 are assigned to Mount Ascutney School District 86 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 05089, 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 Mount Ascutney School District 86 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 Windsor
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Mount Ascutney School District 86 serves zip code 05089, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 05089. 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 Mount Ascutney School District 86 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 05089.
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 Mount Ascutney School District 86 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 05089 data.