Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Burnley-moran Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Burnley-moran Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Burnley-moran Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnley-moran Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1076 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%

Hispanic
13%
19%

Black
15%
22%

White
57%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
2%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnley-moran Elementary School's ranking?
Burnley-moran Elementary School is ranked #1076 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Burnley-moran Elementary School often compared to?
Burnley-moran Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Venable Elementary School, Greenbrier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Burnley-moran Elementary School?
285 students attend Burnley-moran Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Burnley-moran Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnley-moran Elementary School?
Burnley-moran Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnley-moran Elementary School offer ?
Burnley-moran Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnley-moran Elementary School part of?
Burnley-moran Elementary School is part of Charlottesville City School District.
In what neighborhood is Burnley-moran Elementary School located?
Burnley-moran Elementary School is located in the Martha Jefferson neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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