Essex Elementary School serves 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Essex Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Essex Elementary School is 0.34, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
81%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Essex Elementary School often compared to?
Essex Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williston Schools by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Essex Elementary School?
492 students attend Essex Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Essex Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Essex Elementary School?
Essex Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Essex Elementary School offer ?
Essex Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Essex Elementary School part of?
Essex Elementary School is part of Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District.
In what neighborhood is Essex Elementary School located?
Essex Elementary School is located in the Essex Town neighborhood of Essex Junction, VT. There are 2 other public schools located in Essex Town.
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