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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Big Burning School
Elementary School in Bad Axe · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Big Burning School
Big Burning School is a public elementary school in Bad Axe, MI, part of Colfax Township S/D #1F. Big Burning School serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Big Burning School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 14 students, Big Burning School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Big Burning School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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
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. Adams Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 7.2 miles away). Another option is Ubly Community Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Ubly). Additionally, Laker Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Pigeon). 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 | 6.7 |
| Bad Axe Elementary School Bad Axe | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Ascent High School Bad Axe | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| North Huron School Kinde | 7.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Verona Mills School Bad Axe | 6.4 mi | — |
| Adams Elementary School Bad Axe | 7.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Ubly Community Elementary School Ubly | 9.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Ubly Community JrSr High School Ubly | 9.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Eccles School Harbor Beach | 10.4 mi | — |
| Laker High School Pigeon | 11.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Laker Middle School Pigeon | 11.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Laker Elementary Pigeon | 11.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon | 13.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOHN'S EV. LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon | 13.6 mi | — |
| OwendaleGagetown Elementary School Owendale | 15.1 mi | 4.5 |
| OwendaleGagetown JrSr High School Owendale | 15.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Cass City Jr and Sr High School Cass City | 17.9 mi | 6.6 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Big Burning School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (989) 269-8853
Resources & Links
District
Colfax Township S/D #1F- District Enrollment
- 14
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,917
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