Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Burns Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burns Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 1,098.8 square miles in Burns, WY. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 19.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 30.4 miles on the outer limits.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burns Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will ... Work Hard, Work Smart, Work Together!
School Rankings
Burns Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Elementary School's ranking?
Burns Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Burns Elementary School?
245 students attend Burns Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burns Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burns Elementary School?
Burns Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burns Elementary School offer ?
Burns Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns Elementary School part of?
Burns Elementary School is part of Laramie County School District #2.
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