Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. J. Flynn School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. J. Flynn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J. J. Flynn School's student population of 310 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
J. J. Flynn School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. J. Flynn School is 0.53, 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
#179 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
14%
3%
White
66%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. J. Flynn School's ranking?
J. J. Flynn School is ranked #179 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are J. J. Flynn School often compared to?
J. J. Flynn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. P. Smith School, Champlain School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend J. J. Flynn School?
310 students attend J. J. Flynn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of J. J. Flynn School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. J. Flynn School?
J. J. Flynn School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does J. J. Flynn School offer ?
J. J. Flynn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J. J. Flynn School part of?
J. J. Flynn School is part of Burlington School District.
In what neighborhood is J. J. Flynn School located?
J. J. Flynn 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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