C. P. Smith School vs Porters Point School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Vermont, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. P. Smith School
Burlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
255 students
Porters Point School
Colchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
359 students
| Measure | C. P. Smith School Burlington, Vermont | Porters Point School Colchester, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 184 | #107 of 184 |
| National rank | #11915 of 50,301 | #18939 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 255 | 359 |
| Enrollment | 255 | 359 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 25.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Burlington | Colchester |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •C. P. Smith School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 58.9).
- •Porters Point School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.3% vs 43.1%).
- •C. P. Smith School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 19.9).
- •Porters Point School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 255.
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 C. P. Smith School better than Porters Point School?
On the Success Index (US), C. P. Smith School ranks higher (69.1 vs 58.9 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 C. P. Smith School and Porters Point School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Burlington and Colchester in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. P. Smith School: 255. Porters Point School: 359. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. P. Smith School and Porters Point School rank in Vermont?
C. P. Smith School is 53rd of 184 and Porters Point School is 107th of 184 among elementary schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).