Skip to main content

Very Good

#76 of 280 schools in VT

Top 27% in state

Edmunds Middle School

Middle School · Burlington School District

275 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#76 of 280

In Burlington

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

Burlington School District

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Edmunds Middle School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Edmunds Middle School

7.7/10

Middle School in Burlington · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Edmunds Elementary School

7.2/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Tamim Academy of Vt

Nearby

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Edmunds Middle School

Edmunds Middle School is a public middle school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District. Edmunds Middle School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmunds Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Edmunds Middle School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • VT avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Edmunds Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

31% of students at Edmunds Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,946
Chronic Absenteeism30.6%

Edmunds Middle School — Students at Edmunds Middle School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Edmunds Middle School Compares

See how Edmunds Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
73th percentile in VT
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

Location

275 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edmunds Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby South Burlington), a more accessible option. Another option is BAIRD SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Winooski Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Winooski), a more accessible option. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Edmunds Elementary School Burlington 0.0 mi 7.2
TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington 0.3 mi
STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington 0.7 mi
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington 0.8 mi 6.7
MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington 0.7 mi 6.5
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington 0.7 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
DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington 2.2 mi
Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington 1.6 mi 7.3
Burlington High School Burlington 2.0 mi 7.0
ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington 2.0 mi
Orchard School South Burlington 2.5 mi 7.8
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington 2.0 mi 6.6
South Burlington High School South Burlington 2.1 mi 8.1
Winooski Middle School Winooski 2.2 mi 5.1
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski 2.2 mi 4.6
Winooski High School Winooski 2.2 mi 4.7

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
Brattleboro Area Middle School Brattleboro, VT 7.6
Camels Hump Middle School Richmond, VT 7.5
Essex Middle School Essex Junction, VT 8.0
Peoples Academy Middle School Morrisville, VT 8.0
Crossett Brook Middle School Waterbury, VT 8.1
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington, VT 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edmunds Middle School

What grades does Edmunds Middle School serve?

Edmunds Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Edmunds Middle School?

Edmunds Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmunds Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edmunds Middle School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edmunds Middle School rank in VT?

Edmunds Middle School ranks #76 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Edmunds Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edmunds Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmunds Middle School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edmunds Middle School a charter school?

No, Edmunds Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edmunds Middle School a Title I school?

No, Edmunds Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmunds Middle School?

53.0% of students at Edmunds Middle 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Chittenden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.