Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Burnham School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Burnham School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Burnham School's student population of 72 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Burnham School ranks within the top 5% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Burnham School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Burnham School's ranking?
The Burnham School is ranked #43 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are The Burnham School often compared to?
The Burnham Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booth Free School, Hill And Plain School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend The Burnham School?
72 students attend The Burnham School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of The Burnham School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Burnham School?
The Burnham School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Burnham School offer ?
The Burnham School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Burnham School part of?
The Burnham School is part of Regional School District 12.
School Reviews
5 2/20/2020
Excellent experience for my daughter. Amazing academics in a friendly, supportive environment. I highly recommend this school!!
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