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%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science 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)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#223 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
61%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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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