Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burnt Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnt Mills Elementary School's student population of 747 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnt Mills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnt Mills Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#658 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
43%
32%
White
13%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnt Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Burnt Mills Elementary School is ranked #658 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Burnt Mills Elementary School often compared to?
Burnt Mills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kemp Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Burnt Mills Elementary School?
747 students attend Burnt Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Burnt Mills Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnt Mills Elementary School?
Burnt Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnt Mills Elementary School offer ?
Burnt Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burnt Mills Elementary School part of?
Burnt Mills Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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