Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, Albert D. Lawton School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert D. Lawton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Albert D. Lawton School's student population of 319 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert D. Lawton School ranks within the top 20% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert D. Lawton School is 0.38, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#55 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
78%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert D. Lawton School's ranking?
Albert D. Lawton School is ranked #55 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Albert D. Lawton School often compared to?
Albert D. Lawton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essex Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Albert D. Lawton School?
319 students attend Albert D. Lawton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Albert D. Lawton School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert D. Lawton School?
Albert D. Lawton School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albert D. Lawton School offer ?
Albert D. Lawton School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albert D. Lawton School part of?
Albert D. Lawton School is part of Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District.
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