Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51

Nestled within the Burlington-South Burlington metropolitan area, Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 serves as an active, midsize suburban public school district headquartered in Essex Junction, Vermont. Operating out of its administrative offices at 76 Pearl Street (Suite 201), the district manages ten operational schools that deliver a seamless educational journey spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade, as well as adult education programs. Serving as a key component of its local supervisory union, the district nurtures a vibrant student body of 3,656 learners, guiding young children through foundational early learning milestones up to comprehensive high school preparation.

Behind the district’s academic offerings is a robust workforce of more than 1,280 full-time equivalent staff members dedicated to student growth and operational excellence. The teaching faculty comprises approximately 674 full-time equivalent educators, complemented by 95 instructional aides and over 510 support staff personnel. This strong staffing footprint enables low student-to-educator ratios and well-rounded institutional support across all ten campuses. Through its combination of wide-ranging grade coverage, strong community ties, and substantial professional support, Essex Westford remains a primary educational anchor for families, students, and researchers in Chittenden County.