Serving 584 students in grades 1-5, Henry B. Burkland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Mascot
Huskies
School Rankings
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1034 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry B. Burkland Elementary School's ranking?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is ranked #1034 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Henry B. Burkland Elementary School often compared to?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary K. Goode Elementary School, Federal Furnace School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Henry B. Burkland Elementary School?
584 students attend Henry B. Burkland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Henry B. Burkland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry B. Burkland Elementary School?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry B. Burkland Elementary School offer ?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry B. Burkland Elementary School part of?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is part of Middleborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry B. Burkland Elementary School located?
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School is located in the Middleborough Center neighborhood of Middleboro, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Middleborough Center.
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