Burris Elementary School

Burris Elementary School is a rural public school located in Mitchell, Indiana, serving students from third to fifth grade. With an enrollment of 140 students and a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1, the school provides personalized attention to each child's learning needs. Burris Elementary has 23 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to their students' education.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 5.2 out of 10, placing it in the 57th percentile among Indiana schools with a state ranking of #791 out of 1831. The academic score is 3.9/10, reflecting areas where there is room for improvement in student proficiency levels across subjects like ELA and math, but particularly in science where no students are currently proficient. Burris Elementary School is set in a rural area, offering a close-knit community feel with plenty of natural surroundings to enhance the educational experience.

The school focuses on fostering a supportive environment that encourages growth and development for all its students.

With an enrollment of 140 students, Burris Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1, Burris Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Burris Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.