Serving 609 students in grades 3-5, C K Burns School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
C K Burns School's student population of 609 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Empowering, Embracing, and Encouraging Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
C K Burns School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C K Burns School is 0.27, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
7%
5%
White
85%
86%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C K Burns School's ranking?
C K Burns School is ranked #185 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are C K Burns School often compared to?
C K Burns Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor John Fairfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend C K Burns School?
609 students attend C K Burns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of C K Burns School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C K Burns School?
C K Burns School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does C K Burns School offer ?
C K Burns School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C K Burns School part of?
C K Burns School is part of Saco Public Schools.
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