Summary:
The Burlington City Public School District consists of 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools (Wilbur Watts Intermediate School, Samuel Smith Elementary School, and Captain James Lawrence Elementary School) and 1 high school (Burlington City High School). The district faces significant challenges in academic performance, with all schools performing well below state averages.
Burlington City High School stands out as the largest school in the district with 805 students, but its academic performance is concerning, with proficiency rates well below the state averages in most subjects and grade levels. In contrast, Wilbur Watts Intermediate School has the highest proficiency rates among the elementary schools, with 50% of 6th graders proficient in ELA in 2024-2025, though its overall performance is still below state averages.
The district's elementary schools, Samuel Smith Elementary School and Captain James Lawrence Elementary School, have lower student populations and generally lower academic performance compared to Wilbur Watts Intermediate School. These schools also have very high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, indicating a high-need student population. Addressing the district's challenges, such as the high chronic absenteeism rate and the lack of middle schools, will be crucial for improving academic outcomes across the district.
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