The Burnham School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Burnham School's ranking?
The Burnham School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for: Highest overall rank (Top 10%), Highest math proficiency (Top 5%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%), Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 5%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend The Burnham School?
59 students attend The Burnham School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of The Burnham School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Burnham School?
The Burnham School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Burnham School offer ?
The Burnham School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Burnham School part of?
The Burnham School is part of Regional School District 12.
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