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#209 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 8% in state

Burnet Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Livingston Board of Education School District

25 BYRON PLACE, Livingston, NJ 07039

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#209 of 2,466

In Livingston

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

Livingston Board of Education School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Burnet Hill Elementary School

8.4/10

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

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8.4/10

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About Burnet Hill Elementary School

Burnet Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Livingston, NJ, part of Livingston Board of Education School District. Burnet Hill Elementary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Burnet Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Burnet Hill Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.8 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,041
Chronic Absenteeism4.5%

Burnet Hill Elementary School — Students at Burnet Hill Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
74.8%
ELA
76.5%
2025
Math
80.5%
ELA
78.7%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Burnet Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Burnet Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
92th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

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

25 BYRON PLACE, Livingston, NJ 07039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burnet Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collins Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riker Hill Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Heritage Middle School Livingston 0.7 mi 8.4
Livingston High School Livingston 0.8 mi 7.2
AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston 0.8 mi 7.9
Hillside Elementary School Livingston 0.9 mi 8.7
Collins Elementary School Livingston 1.1 mi 8.9
Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston 1.6 mi 8.3
NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston 1.4 mi 6.2
JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY RAE KUSHNER YESHIVA Livingston 1.4 mi 6.5
SINAI ELEMENTARY AT JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY Livingston 1.4 mi 6.3
JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston 1.7 mi
PILLAR HIGH SCHOOL (FORMER HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL) Livingston 2.0 mi 7.3
Harrison Elementary School Livingston 2.1 mi 6.9
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Livingston 1.9 mi 7.7
Deerfield School Short Hills 2.2 mi 7.5
Mount Pleasant Middle School Livingston 2.0 mi 7.1
FAR BROOK SCHOOL Short Hills 2.3 mi 7.1
THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Short Hills 2.6 mi 7.5
Frank J Smith Elementary East Hanover 2.5 mi 7.8
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange 2.1 mi
Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange 2.1 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$218,416

Median Home Value

$746,100

Median Rent

$2,953/mo

Population

31,128

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burnet Hill Elementary School

What grades does Burnet Hill Elementary School serve?

Burnet Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Burnet Hill Elementary School?

Burnet Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burnet Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Burnet Hill Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burnet Hill Elementary School rank in NJ?

Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks #209 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Burnet Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Burnet Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Burnet Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burnet Hill Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Burnet Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Burnet Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Burnet Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burnet Hill Elementary School?

2.6% of students at Burnet Hill Elementary 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

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