Average
#111 of 280 schools in VT
Top 39% in state
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School
Middle School · Burlington School District
1364 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#111 of 280
In Burlington
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Burlington School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Lyman C. Hunt Middle School
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About Lyman C. Hunt Middle School
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is a public middle school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District. Lyman C.
Hunt Middle School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyman C. Hunt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Lyman C. Hunt Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- VT avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Lyman C. Hunt 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 Lyman C. Hunt 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
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Lyman C. Hunt Middle School — Students at Lyman C. Hunt Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
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
↓ 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: 6.2/10.
How Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Compares
See how Lyman C. Hunt Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1364 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lyman C. Hunt Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edmunds Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Colchester Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Colchester), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Winooski Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Winooski), a more accessible option. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C. P. Smith School Burlington | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| J. J. Flynn School Burlington | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington | 1.4 mi | — |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Porters Point School Colchester | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Colchester High School Colchester | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Colchester Middle School Colchester | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Malletts Bay School Colchester | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 3.3 mi | — |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 3.7 mi | — |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Champlain School Burlington | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 3.5 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 |
|---|---|
| Camels Hump Middle School Richmond, VT | 7.5 |
| Brattleboro Area Middle School Brattleboro, VT | 7.6 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington, VT | 7.7 |
| Browns River Middle School Jericho, VT | 6.0 |
| North Country Union Junior High School Derby, VT | 6.0 |
| Essex Middle School Essex Junction, VT | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lyman C. Hunt Middle School
What grades does Lyman C. Hunt Middle School serve?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lyman C. Hunt Middle School?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyman C. Hunt Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyman C. Hunt Middle School rank in VT?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School ranks #111 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lyman C. Hunt Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyman C. Hunt Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School a charter school?
No, Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyman C. Hunt Middle School?
51.1% of students at Lyman C. Hunt 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 329
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chittenden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (802) 864-8469
Resources & Links
District
Burlington School District- District Enrollment
- 3,501
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,946
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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