Serving 15 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Big Burning School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Burning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Big Burning School's student population of 15 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Burning School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Burning School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Burning School's ranking?
Big Burning School is ranked #663 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Big Burning School often compared to?
Big Burning Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bad Axe Elementary School, Caseville School K12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Big Burning School?
15 students attend Big Burning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Big Burning School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Burning School?
Big Burning School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Burning School offer ?
Big Burning School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Burning School part of?
Big Burning School is part of Colfax Township S/D #1f School District.
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