Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burning Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burning Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burning Tree Elementary School's student population of 484 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Every student will have the academic, creative problem solving, and social-emotional skills to be successful in college and career.
School Rankings
Burning Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burning Tree Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#60 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
52%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burning Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Burning Tree Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Burning Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Burning Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bannockburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Burning Tree Elementary School?
484 students attend Burning Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Burning Tree Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burning Tree Elementary School?
Burning Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burning Tree Elementary School offer ?
Burning Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burning Tree Elementary School part of?
Burning Tree Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools.
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