Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burns Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Burns Park Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burns Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Park Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
56%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Park Elementary School's ranking?
Burns Park Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Burns Park Elementary School often compared to?
Burns Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Burns Park Elementary School?
487 students attend Burns Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Burns Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Park Elementary School?
Burns Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns Park Elementary School offer ?
Burns Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns Park Elementary School part of?
Burns Park Elementary School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Burns Park Elementary School located?
Burns Park Elementary School is located in the Burns Park neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Burns Park.
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