Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burnet Hill Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnet Hill Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnet Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Burnet Hill Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Burnet Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Burnet Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riker Hill Elementary School, Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burnet Hill Elementary School?
449 students attend Burnet Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Burnet Hill Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnet Hill Elementary School?
Burnet Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burnet Hill Elementary School offer ?
Burnet Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burnet Hill Elementary School part of?
Burnet Hill Elementary School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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