Compass School serves grades 7-12 with specialized support for learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD in Vermont
Compass School serves students in grades 7-12 with specific support for learning differences, including all specific learning disabilities (SLD), other health impairments (OHI), and high-functioning autism. Located in Westminster Station, Vermont, the school combines rigorous academics with intentional accommodations and a learning-difference focus, making it a strong option for families seeking specialized secondary education.
The school's curriculum emphasizes engaging, relevant learning experiences tailored to diverse student needs. With an average class size of just 12 students and 88% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Compass provides personalized instruction and ADD/ADHD support alongside its learning difference programs. The school fosters a community where all voices are valued, helping students build confidence and pursue greater academic challenges in a structured, supportive environment.
Compass School enrolls 67 students and charges $15,130 annually, with 65% of families receiving financial aid. Rolling admissions are available, and the school's casual dress code contributes to a welcoming atmosphere. For families seeking a nonsectarian, small-school setting with dedicated special education programs for secondary students, contact Admissions Director Brian Whitehouse at (802) 463-2525 or visit compass-school.org.
At a Glance
Grades7-12
Students67
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$15,130
Fin. Aid65% receive aid
Est.1999
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other special emphasis association(s)
State or regional independent school association, Other school association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1999 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,130 |
| Tuition Notes | Our tuition is set to match the per-student state average published by the VT Dept of Education each spring. |
| Total Students | 67 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 88 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | 7-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Brian Whitehouse |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 65 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 7 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
all SLD; OHI; High functioning autism
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other special emphasis association(s) · State or regional independent school association · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
Contact the school
(802) 463-25257892 US Route 5, Westminster Station, Vermont 05159
www.compass-school.org