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Big Burning School
Elementary School · Colfax Township S/D #1F
1509 NORTH VAN DYKE RD, Bad Axe, MI 48413
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Burning School
Big Burning School is a public elementary school in Bad Axe, MI, part of the Colfax Township S/D #1F. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math and 83% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,804, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Big Burning 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.
Located in a rural area, Big Burning 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 1509 NORTH VAN DYKE RD, Bad Axe, MI 48413
- Phone
- (989) 269-8853
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 69.5% (2019) to 75% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 90% (2019) to 75% (2021).
Location
1509 NORTH VAN DYKE RD, Bad Axe, MI 48413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Burning School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ubly Community Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Ubly). Another option is Laker Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Pigeon). Additionally, Adams Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 7.2 miles away). For more schools in Bad Axe, see our Bad Axe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Axe High School Bad Axe | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Bad Axe Elementary School Bad Axe | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Ascent High School Bad Axe | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Bad Axe Middle School Bad Axe | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Church School Bad Axe | 3.1 mi | — |
| Huron Learning Center Bad Axe | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| North Huron School Kinde | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Verona Mills School Bad Axe | 6.4 mi | — |
| Adams Elementary School Bad Axe | 7.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Ubly Community Elementary School Ubly | 9.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Ubly Community JrSr High School Ubly | 9.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Eccles School Harbor Beach | 10.4 mi | — |
| Laker High School Pigeon | 11.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Laker Middle School Pigeon | 11.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Laker Elementary Pigeon | 11.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon | 13.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN'S EV. LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon | 13.6 mi | — |
| OwendaleGagetown Elementary School Owendale | 15.1 mi | 8.5 |
| OwendaleGagetown JrSr High School Owendale | 15.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Cass City Jr and Sr High School Cass City | 17.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,804
Median Home Value
$143,400
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
7,404
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
45.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Burning School has a median household income of $56,804. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,400, with a median rent of $731/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arvon Township School Skanee, MI | — |
| AuTrainOnota Public School Deerton, MI | — |
| BETHANY DAYCARE CENTER & KINDERGARTEN Belleville, MI | — |
| BLOOMFIELD MAPLES MONTESSORI West Bloomfield, MI | — |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Milford, MI | — |
| Church School Bad Axe, MI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Burning School
What grades does Big Burning School serve?
Big Burning School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Big Burning School?
Big Burning School has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Burning School?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Burning School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Big Burning School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Burning School has 72.3% math proficiency and 82.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Burning School a charter school?
No, Big Burning School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Burning School a Title I school?
No, Big Burning School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Burning School?
71.4% of students at Big Burning School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,756/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bad Axe). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Huron County
- Phone
- (989) 269-8853
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Colfax Township S/D #1F- District Enrollment
- 14
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,917
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