Burt Township School

27 Colwell St
Grand Marais, MI 49839
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 34 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Burt Township 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : ≥50%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burt Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Burt Township School's student population of 34 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Burt Township 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 Burt Township School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤20%
35%
<50%
45%
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
(12-13)
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Polar Bears

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burt Township School's ranking?
Burt Township School is ranked #1665 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burt Township School?
The graduation rate of Burt Township School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burt Township School?
34 students attend Burt Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Burt Township School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burt Township School?
Burt Township School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Burt Township School offer ?
Burt Township School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burt Township School part of?
Burt Township School is part of Burt Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : ≥50%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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