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J. J. Flynn School

Elementary School · Burlington School District

1645 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#153 of 280

In Burlington

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Burlington School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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J. J. Flynn School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Burlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About J. J. Flynn School

J. J. Flynn School is a public elementary school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District.

J. J. Flynn School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

J. J. Flynn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for J. J. Flynn School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • VT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,946
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

J. J. Flynn School — Students at J. J. Flynn School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (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
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
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: 5.7/10.

How J. J. Flynn School Compares

See how J. J. Flynn School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in VT
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

1645 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J. J. Flynn School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C. P. Smith School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington 0.6 mi 6.9
C. P. Smith School Burlington 0.9 mi 8.1
Porters Point School Colchester 1.7 mi 4.1
ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington 1.9 mi
Burlington High School Burlington 1.9 mi 7.0
Colchester High School Colchester 2.8 mi 7.1
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington 3.1 mi 7.8
Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington 3.0 mi 8.2
Colchester Middle School Colchester 3.0 mi 6.4
Malletts Bay School Colchester 3.0 mi 7.3
Edmunds Middle School Burlington 3.8 mi 7.7
Edmunds Elementary School Burlington 3.9 mi 7.2
TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington 3.8 mi
STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington 4.2 mi
MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington 3.9 mi 6.5
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington 4.4 mi 6.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski 3.8 mi 6.4
Champlain School Burlington 4.8 mi 6.6
Winooski Middle School Winooski 4.1 mi 5.1
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski 4.1 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

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Hardwick Elementary School Hardwick, VT 6.1
Underhill Central School Underhill Center, VT 6.4
Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock, VT 6.0
MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington, VT 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J. J. Flynn School

What grades does J. J. Flynn School serve?

J. J. Flynn School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend J. J. Flynn School?

J. J. Flynn School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J. J. Flynn School?

The student-teacher ratio at J. J. Flynn School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J. J. Flynn School rank in VT?

J. J. Flynn School ranks #153 of 280 schools in VT.

What is J. J. Flynn School's MySchoolScout rating?

J. J. Flynn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 J. J. Flynn School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J. J. Flynn School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is J. J. Flynn School a charter school?

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

Is J. J. Flynn School a Title I school?

No, J. J. Flynn School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J. J. Flynn School?

55.5% of students at J. J. Flynn 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Chittenden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

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