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#45 of 280 schools in VT

Top 16% in state

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler

Elementary School · Burlington School District

6 Archibald Street, Burlington, VT 05401

Enrollment

251

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#45 of 280

In Burlington

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Burlington School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler

8.2/10

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About Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler is a public elementary school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District.

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • VT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,946
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler — Students at Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Compares

See how Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
84th percentile in VT
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Location

6 Archibald Street, Burlington, VT 05401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C. P. Smith School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rick Marcotte Central School (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby South Burlington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington 0.3 mi 7.8
TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington 0.8 mi
Edmunds Middle School Burlington 0.9 mi 7.7
Edmunds Elementary School Burlington 0.9 mi 7.2
MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington 0.9 mi 6.5
STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington 1.5 mi
Burlington High School Burlington 1.2 mi 7.0
ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington 1.3 mi
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington 1.7 mi 6.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski 1.4 mi 6.4
Champlain School Burlington 2.2 mi 6.6
Winooski Middle School Winooski 1.9 mi 5.1
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski 1.9 mi 4.6
Winooski High School Winooski 1.9 mi 4.7
C. P. Smith School Burlington 2.2 mi 8.1
MILL SCHOOL (THE) Winooski 2.0 mi
BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington 2.8 mi 5.4
Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington 2.3 mi 7.3
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington 2.5 mi 6.9
DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington 3.1 mi

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
Dothan Brook School White River Junction, VT 8.2
Dummerston Schools East Dummerston, VT 8.2
Enosburg Falls Elementary School Enosburg Falls, VT 8.2
Johnson Elementary School Johnson, VT 8.2
C. P. Smith School Burlington, VT 8.1
First Branch Elementary School Tunbridge, VT 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler

What grades does Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler serve?

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler?

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler?

The student-teacher ratio at Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler rank in VT?

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler ranks #45 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler's MySchoolScout rating?

Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler a charter school?

No, Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler a Title I school?

No, Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler?

61.0% of students at Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
99 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Chittenden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

Burlington School District
District Enrollment
3,501
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,946
District Rank
#1 of 9

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