Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Burr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burr Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Burr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2049 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Utica Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Elementary School's ranking?
Burr Elementary School is ranked #2049 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Burr Elementary School?
490 students attend Burr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Burr Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burr Elementary School?
Burr Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Burr Elementary School offer ?
Burr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burr Elementary School part of?
Burr Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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