Albert D. Lawton School vs Essex Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Vermont, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert D. Lawton School
Essex Junction · Public middle · Grades 6–8
297 students
Essex Middle School
Essex Junction · Public middle · Grades 6–8
366 students
| Measure | Albert D. Lawton School Essex Junction, Vermont | Essex Middle School Essex Junction, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #3 of 28 | #5 of 28 |
| National rank | #841 of 15,369 | #1142 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 297 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Essex Junction | Essex Junction |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albert D. Lawton School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.3 vs 82.2).
- •Essex Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 33.3%).
- •Albert D. Lawton School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 11.4).
- •Essex Middle School is the larger school with 366 students compared with 297.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Albert D. Lawton School better than Essex Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Albert D. Lawton School ranks higher (84.3 vs 82.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Albert D. Lawton School and Essex Middle School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Essex Junction and Essex Junction in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert D. Lawton School: 297. Essex Middle School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert D. Lawton School and Essex Middle School rank in Vermont?
Albert D. Lawton School is 3rd of 28 and Essex Middle School is 5th of 28 among middle schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).