A+ Top 2%

C. C. Burr School

Grades K-05 NEWTON, MA

Improved 152 spots from last year

#14 State Rank
A+ District Grade
171 Pine Street, NEWTON, MA 02466
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
350 Students
94.8% Attendance Rate
65.7 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

69% Proficient or Above
12% Advanced

Mathematics

77% Proficient or Above
25% Advanced

Science

77% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 71% 14%
2025 English Language Arts 04 69% 7%
2025 English Language Arts 05 67% 15%
2025 Mathematics 03 78% 36%
2025 Mathematics 04 76% 26%
2025 Mathematics 05 77% 13%
2025 Science 05 77% 8%
2024 English Language Arts 03 66% 19%
2024 English Language Arts 04 64% 10%
2024 English Language Arts 05 49% 8%
2024 Mathematics 03 79% 39%
2024 Mathematics 04 70% 11%
2024 Mathematics 05 59% 8%
2024 Science 05 59% 10%
2023 English Language Arts 03 73% 13%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

350 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 49.7%
Asian 23.4%
Hispanic 14%
Multiracial 8.3%
Black 4.6%

Gender

49.1% Male
49.4% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 9.7%
Special Education 15.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 14.9%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.8% Attendance Rate
11.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

171 Pine Street, NEWTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is C. C. Burr School's grade rating?

C. C. Burr School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #14 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 2% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend C. C. Burr School?

Approximately 350 students are enrolled at C. C. Burr School.

How does C. C. Burr School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, C. C. Burr School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (69% proficient), Mathematics (77% proficient), Science (77% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at C. C. Burr School?

C. C. Burr School has an attendance rate of 94.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is C. C. Burr School part of?

C. C. Burr School is part of Newton School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.