Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C. P. Smith School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C. P. Smith School serves the northern part of Burlington, VT, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the boundary of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C. P. Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
C. P. Smith School's student population of 255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating caring, creative and courageous people.
School Rankings
C. P. Smith School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C. P. Smith School is 0.46, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C. P. Smith School's ranking?
C. P. Smith School is ranked #88 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are C. P. Smith School often compared to?
C. P. Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. J. Flynn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend C. P. Smith School?
255 students attend C. P. Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of C. P. Smith School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C. P. Smith School?
C. P. Smith School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does C. P. Smith School offer ?
C. P. Smith School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C. P. Smith School part of?
C. P. Smith School is part of Burlington School District.
In what neighborhood is C. P. Smith School located?
C. P. Smith School is located in the New North End neighborhood of Burlington, VT. There are 4 other public schools located in New North End.
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