JAMES M. BURCHFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL

James M. Burchfield Primary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Colusa Unified school district, located in Colusa, CA with about 402 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, James M. Burchfield Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

James M. Burchfield Primary, located in Colusa, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Colusa Unified School District. The school is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of its youngest students, typically focusing on primary grade levels. By providing a structured and supportive learning environment, the school aims to instill a love for discovery while ensuring that students master essential literacy and numeracy skills necessary for their future academic success.

As a central part of the Colusa community, the school emphasizes a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and local stakeholders to promote student achievement. Their curriculum is designed to meet state standards while accommodating the diverse needs of their student body, often incorporating character-building initiatives alongside core subjects. Through its commitment to a well-rounded education, James M. Burchfield Primary serves as a key building block for students as they transition into the higher grade levels within the district.

For more information, contact James M. Burchfield Primary at (530) 458-5853 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.