Crossett Brook Middle School is located at 5672 VT Route 100 in the Waterbury area of Waterbury, Vermont, 05676, serving this rural Washington County community. The school serves grades 5–8 and enrolls about 272 students, with a student–teacher ratio of roughly 10:1. Around 55% of students are proficient in math, and about 61% are proficient in reading, according to the most recent statewide assessment data that feed into national reporting profiles. The gender mix is approximately 52% male and 48% female. The school emphasizes foundational academics while also engaging students with collaborative projects and support structures typical of smaller schools.Nearby property values range from the low $300,000s to approximately $500,000, providing families with access to residential streets featuring parks, local services, and convenient routes to downtown Waterbury amenities. Area families describe educators as attentive to both expectations and pacing, with well-established routines that support students' transition between classes and regular updates that keep parents informed about progress and upcoming events. With its comprehensive focus on measurable academic success and dedicated support for students during the middle school transition, Crossett Brook Middle School aims to position itself as one of the best middle schools in Vermont.