Serving 50 students in grades 6-8, Burlington Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Burlington Middle School's student population of 50 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Burlington Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 309 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
8%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington Middle School's ranking?
Burlington Middle School is ranked #15 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Burlington Middle School?
50 students attend Burlington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Burlington Middle School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlington Middle School?
Burlington Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burlington Middle School offer ?
Burlington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington Middle School part of?
Burlington Middle School is part of Big Horn County School District #1.
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