Serving 676 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Burris Laboratory School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burris Laboratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burris Laboratory School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burris Laboratory School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burris Laboratory School is 0.48, which is less 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
#297 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
71%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Owls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burris Laboratory School's ranking?
Burris Laboratory School is ranked #297 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Burris Laboratory School often compared to?
Burris Laboratory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cowan Elementary School, Yorktown Elementary School, West View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burris Laboratory School?
The graduation rate of Burris Laboratory School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Burris Laboratory School?
676 students attend Burris Laboratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Burris Laboratory School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burris Laboratory School?
Burris Laboratory School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burris Laboratory School offer ?
Burris Laboratory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burris Laboratory School part of?
Burris Laboratory School is part of Burris Laboratory School District.
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