Champlain Valley Union High School vs Essex High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Vermont, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Champlain Valley Union High School
Hinesburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,251 students
Essex High School
Essex Junction · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,224 students
| Measure | Champlain Valley Union High School Hinesburg, Vermont | Essex High School Essex Junction, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #10 of 48 | #6 of 48 |
| National rank | #1777 of 16,910 | #1120 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,251 | 1,224 |
| Enrollment | 1,251 | 1,224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.7% | 27.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Hinesburg | Essex Junction |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Essex High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 76.8).
- •Champlain Valley Union High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.7% vs 27.1%).
- •Essex High School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.5).
- •Champlain Valley Union High School is the larger school with 1,251 students compared with 1,224.
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 Champlain Valley Union High School better than Essex High School?
On the Success Index (US), Essex High School ranks higher (81.0 vs 76.8 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 Champlain Valley Union High School and Essex High School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Hinesburg and Essex Junction in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Champlain Valley Union High School: 1,251. Essex High School: 1,224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Champlain Valley Union High School and Essex High School rank in Vermont?
Champlain Valley Union High School is 10th of 48 and Essex High School is 6th of 48 among high schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).