Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Big Burning School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Burning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Burning School's student population of 20 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Burning School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Burning School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Burning School's ranking?
Big Burning School is ranked #740 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Big Burning School often compared to?
Big Burning Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bad Axe Elementary School, Caseville School K12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Big Burning School?
20 students attend Big Burning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Big Burning School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Burning School?
Big Burning School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Big Burning School offer ?
Big Burning School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Big Burning School part of?
Big Burning School is part of Colfax Township S/D #1f School District.
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