Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burlington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Burlington School's student population of 274 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Rankings
Burlington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
70%
77%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington School's ranking?
Burlington School is ranked #370 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Burlington School often compared to?
Burlington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Creek School, Broadwater School, Pioneer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Burlington School?
274 students attend Burlington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Burlington School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington School?
Burlington School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burlington School offer ?
Burlington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington School part of?
Burlington School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
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