Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Burr District Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr District Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Burr District Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Burr District Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr District Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#135 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Regional School District 17
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr District Elementary School's ranking?
Burr District Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Burr District Elementary School often compared to?
Burr District Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Killingworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Burr District Elementary School?
278 students attend Burr District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Burr District Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burr District Elementary School?
Burr District Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burr District Elementary School offer ?
Burr District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burr District Elementary School part of?
Burr District Elementary School is part of Regional School District 17.
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