Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Lyman C. Hunt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyman C. Hunt Middle School serves the southeast part of Burlington, VT, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School's student population of 322 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is 0.55, 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
#159 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)31.7%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School's ranking?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is ranked #159 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Lyman C. Hunt Middle School often compared to?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmunds Middle School, Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Lyman C. Hunt Middle School?
322 students attend Lyman C. Hunt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lyman C. Hunt Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyman C. Hunt Middle School?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyman C. Hunt Middle School offer ?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School part of?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School is part of Burlington School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School located?
Lyman C. Hunt Middle 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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