Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Burr District Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr District Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Burr District Elementary School's student population of 302 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burr District Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr District Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr District Elementary School's ranking?
Burr District Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Burr District Elementary School often compared to?
Burr District Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Killingworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Burr District Elementary School?
302 students attend Burr District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Burr District Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burr District Elementary School?
Burr District Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burr District Elementary School offer ?
Burr District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burr District Elementary School part of?
Burr District Elementary School is part of Regional School District 17.
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