Best Schools in Burnham, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Burnham Elem School
Elementary · Burnham Sd 154-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$182,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$182,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Burnham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burnham Elem School | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.9/10
- Median household income
- $56,875
- Median home value
- $182,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Burnham compares
Median household income
$57k
69% of Illinois median
About Schools in Burnham, Illinois
Burnham, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.9 out of 10, schools in Burnham face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Burnham is Burnham Elem School with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Burnham is served by 1 school district: Burnham SD 154-5. These districts collectively serve 148 students.
Burnham's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,875. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 148 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.9 |
Schools in Burnham
Burnham, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,875
Median Home Value
$182,100
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
12,485
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
Burnham has a median household income of $56,875. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $182,100, with a median rent of $1,166/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Burnham, Illinois
How many schools are in Burnham, Illinois?
Burnham has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Burnham, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Burnham is 3.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Burnham, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Burnham on MySchoolScout is Burnham Elem School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Burnham, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Burnham on MySchoolScout is Burnham Elem School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Burnham, Illinois?
Burnham is served by 1 school district: Burnham Sd 154-5.
What is the education level in Burnham, Illinois?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Burnham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Burnham, Illinois?
The median household income in Burnham is approximately $56,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Burnham, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Burnham is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Burnham, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.