Burr District Elementary School
278 Students
Elementary School K - 3rd
School Overview
Burr District Elementary School is a public school located in the rural town of Higganum, Connecticut, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of Regional School District 17, the school places a strong emphasis on creating a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, utilizing a balanced approach that incorporates traditional core subjects alongside enrichment opportunities to help children build a strong foundation for their future education.
The school is known for its sense of community and the active involvement of parents and local residents. By prioritizing small-group instruction and collaborative learning, Burr District Elementary seeks to engage students in a way that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. With its location in the scenic setting of Higganum, the school works closely with the broader district to provide resources and programs that maintain high standards of teaching, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to the middle school level within the RSD17 system.
The school is known for its sense of community and the active involvement of parents and local residents. By prioritizing small-group instruction and collaborative learning, Burr District Elementary seeks to engage students in a way that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. With its location in the scenic setting of Higganum, the school works closely with the broader district to provide resources and programs that maintain high standards of teaching, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to the middle school level within the RSD17 system.
278
Total Students
25.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 262 |
| Hispanic | 10 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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White262 (94.2%)
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Hispanic10 (3.6%)
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Black2 (0.7%)
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Asian2 (0.7%)
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Two or More2 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Regional School District 17 |
| Phone: | (860)345-4584 |
| Website: | http://bes.rsd17.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 278 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 50 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
58
Grade 1
63
Grade 2
76
Grade 3
81
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 58 |
| Grade 1 | 63 |
| Grade 2 | 76 |
| Grade 3 | 81 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 134 | 48.2% |
| Male | 144 | 51.8% |
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