BURRIS LABORATORY SCHOOL

Burris Laboratory School is a Title I public school that is part of the Burris Laboratory School school district, located in Muncie, IN with about 670 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 45 teachers, Burris Laboratory School 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.

Burris Laboratory School, located on the campus of Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, serves as a unique K-12 laboratory school dedicated to educational innovation and research. Because of its affiliation with the university’s Teachers College, the school functions as a professional development site where Ball State faculty and students collaborate to test and refine cutting-edge teaching methodologies. This environment allows Burris to maintain a forward-thinking curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning, interdisciplinary studies, and the practical application of modern pedagogical theories.

Beyond its role as a research hub, Burris is highly regarded for its diverse and inclusive academic community, which prioritizes the development of the "whole child." The school’s curriculum is designed to be rigorous yet flexible, encouraging students to engage in critical thinking, inquiry-based projects, and community-centered learning. By integrating university resources with a K-12 framework, Burris provides students with unique academic opportunities, such as access to campus facilities and early exposure to college-level learning, all while fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, families, and researchers.

For more information, contact Burris Laboratory School at (765) 285-8600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.