Serving 676 students in grades 3-5, Burr Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burr Intermediate School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Burr Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Intermediate School is 0.47, 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
#1552 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Intermediate School's ranking?
Burr Intermediate School is ranked #1552 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Burr Intermediate School often compared to?
Burr Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawmill Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Burr Intermediate School?
676 students attend Burr Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Burr Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burr Intermediate School?
Burr Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burr Intermediate School offer ?
Burr Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burr Intermediate School part of?
Burr Intermediate School is part of Commack Union Free School District.
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