Serving 140 students in grades 3-5, Burris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Burris Elementary School's student population of 140 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Burris Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burris Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1203 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Burris Elementary School's ranking?
Burris Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Burris Elementary School often compared to?
Burris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hatfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Burris Elementary School?
140 students attend Burris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Burris Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burris Elementary School?
Burris Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burris Elementary School offer ?
Burris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burris Elementary School part of?
Burris Elementary School is part of Mitchell Community Schools.
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