Albert D. Lawton School vs Founders Memorial School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Vermont, United States, 3.7 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
Founders Memorial School
Essex Junction · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
353 students
| Measure | Albert D. Lawton School Essex Junction, Vermont | Founders Memorial School Essex Junction, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #3 of 28 | #2 of 184 |
| National rank | #841 of 15,369 | #3034 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 297 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Essex Junction | Essex Junction |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.3 vs 83.7).
- •Founders Memorial School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 33.3%).
- •Albert D. Lawton School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 12.2).
- •Founders Memorial School is the larger school with 353 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 Founders Memorial School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Albert D. Lawton School and Founders Memorial School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Essex Junction and Essex Junction in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert D. Lawton School: 297. Founders Memorial School: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert D. Lawton School and Founders Memorial School rank in Vermont?
Albert D. Lawton School is 3rd of 28 and Founders Memorial School is 2nd of 184 among middle schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).