Orchard School vs Rick Marcotte Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Vermont, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orchard School
South Burlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
402 students
Rick Marcotte Central School
South Burlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
378 students
| Measure | Orchard School South Burlington, Vermont | Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington, Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #4 of 184 | #5 of 184 |
| National rank | #4272 of 50,301 | #4445 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 402 | 378 |
| Enrollment | 402 | 378 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.1% | 31.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | South Burlington | South Burlington |
| state | Vermont | Vermont |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (81.3 vs 81.0).
- •Orchard School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.1% vs 31.7%).
- •Orchard School is the larger school with 402 students compared with 378.
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 Orchard School better than Rick Marcotte Central 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 Orchard School and Rick Marcotte Central School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between South Burlington and South Burlington in Vermont.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orchard School: 402. Rick Marcotte Central School: 378. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orchard School and Rick Marcotte Central School rank in Vermont?
Orchard School is 4th of 184 and Rick Marcotte Central School is 5th of 184 among elementary schools in Vermont on the 2025 Success Index (US).