Derby Elementary School vs Essex Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Vermont, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derby Elementary School
Derby Line · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
485 students
Essex Elementary School
Essex Junction · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
484 students
| Measure | Derby Elementary School Derby Line, Vermont | Essex Elementary School Essex Junction, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #102 of 184 | #42 of 184 |
| National rank | #18101 of 50,301 | #10648 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 485 | 484 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 484 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.1% | 21.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Derby Line | Essex Junction |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Essex Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 60.1).
- •Essex Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 64.1%).
- •Derby Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 15.6).
- •Derby Elementary School is the larger school with 485 students compared with 484.
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 Derby Elementary School better than Essex Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Essex Elementary School ranks higher (70.9 vs 60.1 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 Derby Elementary School and Essex Elementary School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Derby Line and Essex Junction in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby Elementary School: 485. Essex Elementary School: 484. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby Elementary School and Essex Elementary School rank in Vermont?
Derby Elementary School is 102nd of 184 and Essex Elementary School is 42nd of 184 among elementary schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).