- Essex Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 484 students
- Founders Memorial School — Grades 3–5 · 353 students
- Summit Street School — Grades PK–3 · 305 students
- Hiawatha Elementary School — Grades PK–3 · 203 students
- Thomas Fleming School — Grades 4–5 · 197 students
- Essex Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 366 students
- Albert D. Lawton School — Grades 6–8 · 297 students
- Essex High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,224 students
- The Center for Technology - Essex — Grades 9–12
- Westford Elementary School — Grades PK–8 · 206 students
| Metric | Essex Junction Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 3,767 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $18,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ↑ 31% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Junction Schools (this district) | 9/10 | 86th | 3,767 |
| South Burlington School District | 10/10 | 98th | 2,717 |
| Burlington School District | 6/10 | 56th | 3,500 |
| Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District | 10/10 | 92nd | 1,234 |
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Ranked against 85 rated districts in VT → 86th percentile → 9/10.
Source: Vermont Agency of Education VTCAP, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient and Above, 2024–25 school year; district figures aggregated from school-level results. Full methodology →
About Essex Junction Schools
Essex Junction Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 05452 in Essex Junction, Vermont. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 05452. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Essex Junction Schools 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Vermont public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Vermont’s VTCAP grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Vermont is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Essex Junction Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Vermont on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 05452 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 05452
Children in zip code 05452 are assigned to Essex Junction Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 05452, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Essex Junction Schools at (802)857-7000 or visit www.ewsd.org/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Vermont districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Essex Junction
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Essex Junction Schools serves zip code 05452, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 05452. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Vermont, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Essex Junction Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 05452.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Essex Junction Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 05452 data.