Burns Park Elementary School

1414 Wells St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burns Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10% in MI
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Burns Park Elementary School serves the southeast part of Ann Arbor, MI, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burns Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Burns Park Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

School Rankings

Burns Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Park Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#223 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
62%
35%
68%
45%
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
61%
63%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
39%
0.59
(22-23)
29.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burns Park Elementary School's ranking?
Burns Park Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Burns Park Elementary School often compared to?
Burns Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Burns Park Elementary School?
477 students attend Burns Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burns Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burns Park Elementary School?
Burns Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Burns Park Elementary School offer ?
Burns Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burns Park Elementary School part of?
Burns Park Elementary School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Burns Park Elementary School located?
Burns Park Elementary School is located in the Burns Park neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Burns Park.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Burns Park Elementary School serves the southeast part of Ann Arbor, MI, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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