Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burnet Hill Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Empowering all to learn, create, contribute and grow.
School Rankings
Burnet Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnet Hill Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
43%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
39%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnet Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Burnet Hill Elementary School is ranked #114 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Burnet Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Burnet Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collins Elementary School, Riker Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burnet Hill Elementary School?
425 students attend Burnet Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Burnet Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnet Hill Elementary School?
Burnet Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burnet Hill Elementary School offer ?
Burnet Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnet Hill Elementary School part of?
Burnet Hill Elementary School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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