Very Good
#99 of 280 schools in VT
Top 35% in state
Edmunds Elementary School
Elementary School · Burlington School District
299 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#99 of 280
In Burlington
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Burlington School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Edmunds Elementary School
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About Edmunds Elementary School
Edmunds Elementary School is a public elementary school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District. Edmunds Elementary School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmunds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Edmunds Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Edmunds Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Edmunds Elementary School — Students at Edmunds Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Edmunds Elementary School Compares
See how Edmunds Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
299 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edmunds Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Orchard School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby South Burlington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 0.3 mi | — |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 0.7 mi | — |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Champlain School Burlington | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington | 2.2 mi | — |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Orchard School South Burlington | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| South Burlington High School South Burlington | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington | 2.0 mi | — |
| MILL SCHOOL (THE) Winooski | 2.0 mi | — |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 2.2 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 |
|---|---|
| Morristown Elementary School Morrisville, VT | 7.2 |
| Shaftsbury Elementary School Shaftsbury, VT | 7.3 |
| Westminster Schools Westminster, VT | 7.3 |
| Cambridge Elementary School Jeffersonville, VT | 7.4 |
| Union Memorial School Colchester, VT | 7.5 |
| South Royalton Elementary School South Royalton, VT | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edmunds Elementary School
What grades does Edmunds Elementary School serve?
Edmunds Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edmunds Elementary School?
Edmunds Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmunds Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edmunds Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edmunds Elementary School rank in VT?
Edmunds Elementary School ranks #99 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Edmunds Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edmunds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Edmunds Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmunds Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edmunds Elementary School a charter school?
No, Edmunds Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edmunds Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Edmunds Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmunds Elementary School?
49.0% of students at Edmunds Elementary 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
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chittenden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (802) 864-8473
Resources & Links
District
Burlington School District- District Enrollment
- 3,501
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,946
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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