Very Good
#70 of 280 schools in VT
Top 25% in state
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes
Elementary School · Burlington School District
123 North Street, Burlington, VT 05401
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#70 of 280
In Burlington
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Burlington School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes
Elementary School in Burlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes is a public elementary school in Burlington, VT, part of Burlington School District. Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- VT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes — Students at Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Compares
See how Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 North Street, Burlington, VT 05401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is C. P. Smith School (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar 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 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 0.7 mi | — |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 1.2 mi | — |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington | 1.3 mi | — |
| Champlain School Burlington | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| C. P. Smith School Burlington | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Winooski High School Winooski | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington | 2.8 mi | — |
| MILL SCHOOL (THE) Winooski | 2.2 mi | — |
| Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Barnet Elementary School Barnet, VT | 7.8 |
| White River School White River Junction, VT | 7.8 |
| Berlin Elementary School Berlin, VT | 8.0 |
| Dorset Elementary School Dorset, VT | 8.0 |
| Oak Grove School Brattleboro, VT | 7.6 |
| Ottauquechee School Quechee, VT | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes
What grades does Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes serve?
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes?
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes?
The student-teacher ratio at Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes rank in VT?
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes ranks #70 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes's MySchoolScout rating?
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes a charter school?
No, Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes a Title I school?
No, Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes?
58.5% of students at Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes 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
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chittenden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (802) 864-8480
Resources & Links
District
Burlington School District- District Enrollment
- 3,501
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,946
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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