Serving 135 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burlington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burlington Elementary School's student population of 135 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burlington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 309 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington Elementary School's ranking?
Burlington Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Burlington Elementary School?
135 students attend Burlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burlington Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlington Elementary School?
Burlington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burlington Elementary School offer ?
Burlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burlington Elementary School part of?
Burlington Elementary School is part of Big Horn County School District #1.
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