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Burlington School

Elementary School · Billings Elem

415 North 30th Street, Billings, MT 59101

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#376 of 603

In Billings

#20 of 42

public schools

In district

#13 of 28

Billings Elem

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Burlington School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Billings · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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3.4/10

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About Burlington School

Burlington School is a public elementary school in Billings, MT, part of Billings Elem. Burlington School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Burlington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Burlington School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Burlington School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,015
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Burlington School — Students at Burlington School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Burlington School Compares

See how Burlington School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in MT
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

415 North 30th Street, Billings, MT 59101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burlington School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowlark School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Heights School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Boulder School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Billings, see our Billings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Billings West High School Billings 0.6 mi 5.2
Rose Park School Billings 0.6 mi 3.4
ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Billings 0.7 mi 5.9
MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Billings 0.7 mi
Poly Drive School Billings 0.9 mi 6.6
Central Heights School Billings 1.0 mi 8.2
Miles Avenue School Billings 0.8 mi 4.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Billings 0.8 mi 5.6
Meadowlark School Billings 1.0 mi 8.5
Lewis & Clark Middle School Billings 1.0 mi 4.6
Will James Middle School Billings 1.1 mi 4.0
LOG CABIN SCHOOL Billings 1.3 mi
NEW DAY Billings 1.6 mi 7.6
NEW DAY SCHOOL Billings 1.6 mi 6.6
TRAILHEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Billings 1.3 mi
Boulder School Billings 1.4 mi 7.7
Washington School Billings 1.5 mi 4.7
Big Sky Elementary Billings 2.0 mi 4.6
SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Billings 1.7 mi 6.4
Highland School Billings 1.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,165

Median Home Value

$243,000

Median Rent

$930/mo

Population

41,797

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

17.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

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Lowell School Missoula, MT 5.7
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BUTTE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Butte, MT 5.6
Lincoln School Glendive, MT 5.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Billings, MT 5.6
Florence-Carlton El Schl Florence, MT 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burlington School

What grades does Burlington School serve?

Burlington School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Burlington School?

Burlington School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burlington School?

The student-teacher ratio at Burlington School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burlington School rank in MT?

Burlington School ranks #376 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Burlington School's MySchoolScout rating?

Burlington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Burlington School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burlington School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Burlington School a charter school?

No, Burlington School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burlington School a Title I school?

No, Burlington School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burlington School?

35.8% of students at Burlington 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

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Yellowstone County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

District

Billings Elem
District Enrollment
11,089
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,015
District Rank
#13 of 28

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