BURNING TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Burning Tree Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Bethesda, MD with about 463 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 32 teachers, Burning Tree Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Burning Tree Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the Bethesda, Maryland, community of Montgomery County. Serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. It is well-known for its strong academic reputation, consistently ranking among the top-performing elementary schools in the state due to its rigorous curriculum and high student achievement metrics.

The school community is characterized by a high level of parental involvement and a supportive neighborhood culture. Beyond its academic focus, Burning Tree emphasizes the development of the "whole child," offering a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. Its location in the Bannockburn area of Bethesda fosters a close-knit environment, and the school is frequently noted for its dedicated teaching staff and its commitment to inclusive, collaborative learning experiences for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Burning Tree Elementary at (240) 740-1750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.