BURR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Burr Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfield School District school district, located in Fairfield, CT with about 416 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 30 teachers, Burr Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Burr Elementary School, located at 1960 Burr Street in Fairfield, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Fairfield Public Schools district, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school is known for its strong community atmosphere and dedication to preparing children for success in their future academic endeavors.
The curriculum at Burr Elementary is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the Fairfield school district, incorporating a blend of core subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—alongside opportunities for creative and physical education. With a focus on inclusive practices and differentiated instruction, the school strives to meet the unique needs of every learner. Families interested in learning more about the school’s daily operations, calendar, or educational initiatives can find detailed information on their official website at [http://fairfieldschools.org/schools/burr/](http://fairfieldschools.org/schools/burr/).
For more information, contact Burr Elementary School at (203) 255-7385 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 255-7385
BURR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Fairfield, CT with about 416 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Fairfield School District
- Total Students:
- 416
- Teachers:
- 30.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 416 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BURR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 72.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.9%
- Two or more races
- 8.4%
- Asian
- 6.5%
- Black or African American
- 2.4%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.