Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Burr Elementary School serves the northwest part of Fairfield, CT, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burr Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Elementary School's ranking?
Burr Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Burr Elementary School often compared to?
Burr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dwight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Burr Elementary School?
347 students attend Burr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Burr Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burr Elementary School?
Burr Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burr Elementary School offer ?
Burr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burr Elementary School part of?
Burr Elementary School is part of Fairfield School District.
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