Serving 545 students in grades 1-5, Henry B. Burkland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry B. Burkland Elementary School serves the northwest part of Middleboro, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1034 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry B. Burkland Elementary School's ranking?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is ranked #1034 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Henry B. Burkland Elementary School often compared to?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary K. Goode Elementary School, Federal Furnace School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Henry B. Burkland Elementary School?
545 students attend Henry B. Burkland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Henry B. Burkland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry B. Burkland Elementary School?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry B. Burkland Elementary School offer ?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry B. Burkland Elementary School part of?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is part of Middleborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry B. Burkland Elementary School located?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is located in the Middleborough Center neighborhood of Middleboro, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Middleborough Center.
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