Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mary Lee Burbank ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Lee Burbank ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Lee Burbank's student population of 322 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Lee Burbank ranks within the top 1% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Lee Burbank is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
61%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Lee Burbank's ranking?
Mary Lee Burbank is ranked #2 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary Lee Burbank often compared to?
Mary Lee Burbankis often viewed alongside schools like Roger E Wellington, Winn Brook by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary Lee Burbank?
322 students attend Mary Lee Burbank.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mary Lee Burbank students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Lee Burbank?
Mary Lee Burbank has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary Lee Burbank offer ?
Mary Lee Burbank offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Lee Burbank part of?
Mary Lee Burbank is part of Belmont School District.
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