For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 684 students in 05452, VT.
The top ranked public middle schools in 05452, VT are Albert D. Lawton School and Essex Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 05452 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Vermont public middle school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 05452, VT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Vermont public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Vermont public middle school average of 11% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05452, VT Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert D. Lawton School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
104 Maple Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 878-1388
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 878-1388
Gr: 6-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Essex Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
60 Founders Road
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 879-7173
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 879-7173
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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School
Location
Quick Facts
Chittenden Central S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
7 Meadow Ter
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 878-1370
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 878-1370
Gr: PK | 7 students Minority enrollment: 29%
2 Educational Drive
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 879-7121
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 879-7121
Gr: 9-12 | 1,216 student Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 05452, VT?
The top ranked public middle schools in 05452, VT include Albert D. Lawton School and Essex Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 05452?
2 public middle schools are located in 05452.
What is the racial composition of students in 05452?
05452 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Vermont public middle schools average of 11% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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