ALBERT D. LAWTON SCHOOL

Albert D. Lawton School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 school district, located in Essex Junction, VT with about 363 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Albert D. Lawton School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Albert D. Lawton (ADL) Intermediate School, located in Essex Junction, Vermont, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Essex Westford School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for young adolescents. By focusing on the unique needs of middle-level learners, ADL aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond through a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, ADL offers a variety of extracurricular activities and community-building initiatives designed to help students explore their interests and build a sense of belonging. The school places a high value on home-school communication and collaborative partnerships, working closely with families to ensure each child feels valued and engaged. With a focus on cultivating a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning atmosphere, Albert D. Lawton School remains a cornerstone of the Essex Junction community, dedicated to empowering its diverse student body to become thoughtful and contributing members of society.

For more information, contact Albert D. Lawton School at (802) 878-1388 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.