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WELCOME TO BURNETT ELEMENTARY!

Burnett Elementary School | 400 Fanyon Street Milpitas, CA 95035 | P: (408) 635-2650

A promotional graphic for Burnett Elementary School, recognizing it as one of the 2027 Best Elementary Schools.

 

William Burnett Elementary School stands out as a vibrant beacon of academic excellence and community pride, securing its place among the top elementary schools across California.

In the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, Burnett Elementary showcases what makes its Bulldog community so special:

  • Elite Statewide Standing: Ranked top 10% to 15% out of over 10,000 public elementary schools evaluated across California, earning official recognition as a U.S. News Best Elementary School.
  • Community Champion: Voted Best Public School in the Best of Milpitas 2026 readers' choice poll by the Milpitas Post.
  • Proven Excellence: Recognized for high achievement in core subjects, supported by early language programs (SEAL), project-based learning (PBL), and hands-on STEAM enrichment.

Driven by unyielding Bulldog Pride, dedicated educators, and an exceptionally supportive family community, William Burnett Elementary School continues to ignite a lifelong passion for learning!

FRONT OFFICE & ADMIN TEAM

Brandi Mc­Millan, Principal

Liz Medeiros, Assistant Principal

Julie Wells, Principal's Secretary

Marian Leung, Staff Secretary

Teresa Gonzalez, Health Clerk

2026-27 Family Handbook

Unsure of any school expectations or regulations? Take a look in the Burnett Family Handbook for some answers.

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Virtual Library

Check out Mrs.Lacey's new Diwali and Thanksgiving virtual libraries!

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Support our 6th Graders going to Science Camp!

Burnett is raffling off a handmade quilt to financially support 6th grade science camp. Stop by the school office. 1 ticket for $5, 7 tickets for $20

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🎟️Quilt Raffle🎟️

November 13, 2026

🎟️Quilt Raffle🎟️

Support Our 6th Grade Science Camp! Raffle tickets are still available to help support our 6th graders as they prepare forScience Camp!The beautiful quilt is displayed in the office and wasmade by ...

🎟️Quilt Raffle🎟️

November 6, 2026

🎟️Quilt Raffle🎟️

🎟️ Support Our 6th Grade Science Camp! 🏕️Burnett is currently selling raffle tickets to help support our 6th graders as they prepare for Science Camp!We are raffling off a beautiful quilt generousl...

Yogurtland Dine out tomorrow!

October 29, 2026

Yogurtland Dine out tomorrow!

Buy your favorite frozen yogurt at Yogurtland! 752 E. Calaveras Blvd, MilpitasRemember to mention Burnett before you pay. You can also invite friends and family.The PTA gets 20 % percent of the sal...

'I CAN' STATEMENTS

Curious what the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) really mean your child should be able to do? Check out these ‘I Can’ Statements: