Excellent
#52 of 280 schools in VT
Top 18% in state
C. P. Smith School
Elementary School · Burlington School District
332 Ethan Allen Parkway, Burlington, VT 05401
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#52 of 280
In Burlington
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Burlington School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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C. P. Smith School
Elementary School in Burlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About C. P. Smith School
C. P. Smith School is a public elementary school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District.
C. P. Smith School serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.
C. P. Smith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for C. P. Smith School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- VT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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C. P. Smith School — Students at C. P. Smith School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from VT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How C. P. Smith School Compares
See how C. P. Smith School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
332 Ethan Allen Parkway, Burlington, VT 05401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C. P. Smith School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Malletts Bay School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Colchester), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| J. J. Flynn School Burlington | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington | 1.3 mi | — |
| Porters Point School Colchester | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Colchester High School Colchester | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Colchester Middle School Colchester | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Malletts Bay School Colchester | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 3.1 mi | — |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 3.5 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Champlain School Burlington | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,532
Median Home Value
$463,300
Median Rent
$1,614/mo
Population
31,676
College Educated
63.1%
Homeownership
28.8%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
28.4%
Median Age
25.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Branch Elementary School Tunbridge, VT | 8.1 |
| Summit Street School Essex Junction, VT | 8.1 |
| Berlin Elementary School Berlin, VT | 8.0 |
| Dorset Elementary School Dorset, VT | 8.0 |
| Dothan Brook School White River Junction, VT | 8.2 |
| Dummerston Schools East Dummerston, VT | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C. P. Smith School
What grades does C. P. Smith School serve?
C. P. Smith School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend C. P. Smith School?
C. P. Smith School has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C. P. Smith School?
The student-teacher ratio at C. P. Smith School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does C. P. Smith School rank in VT?
C. P. Smith School ranks #52 of 280 schools in VT.
What is C. P. Smith School's MySchoolScout rating?
C. P. Smith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at C. P. Smith School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C. P. Smith School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is C. P. Smith School a charter school?
No, C. P. Smith School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C. P. Smith School a Title I school?
No, C. P. Smith School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C. P. Smith School?
33.1% of students at C. P. Smith School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chittenden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (802) 864-8479
Resources & Links
District
Burlington School District- District Enrollment
- 3,501
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,946
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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