Serving 641 students in grades 3-5, C K Burns School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
C K Burns School's student population of 641 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Empowering, Embracing, and Encouraging Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
C K Burns School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C K Burns School is 0.31, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
7%
5%
White
83%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Saco School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C K Burns School's ranking?
C K Burns School is ranked #185 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are C K Burns School often compared to?
C K Burns Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor John Fairfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend C K Burns School?
641 students attend C K Burns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of C K Burns School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C K Burns School?
C K Burns School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does C K Burns School offer ?
C K Burns School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C K Burns School part of?
C K Burns School is part of Saco School District.
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