Serving 346 students in grades 3-5, Founders Memorial School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
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Founders Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Founders Memorial School's student population of 346 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
Founders Memorial School ranks within the top 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Founders Memorial School is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
4%
3%
White
81%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
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Founders Memorial School is ranked #85 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Founders Memorial School often compared to?
Founders Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essex Middle School, Williston Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Founders Memorial School?
346 students attend Founders Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Founders Memorial School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Founders Memorial School?
Founders Memorial School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Founders Memorial School offer ?
Founders Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Founders Memorial School part of?
Founders Memorial School is part of Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 School District.
In what neighborhood is Founders Memorial School located?
Founders Memorial School is located in the Essex Town neighborhood of Essex Junction, VT. There are 2 other public schools located in Essex Town.
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