Serving 604 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burns Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burns Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burns Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3664 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Elementary School's ranking?
Burns Elementary School is ranked #3664 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burns Elementary School often compared to?
Burns Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Egly Elementary School, Hudson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burns Elementary School?
604 students attend Burns Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Burns Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Elementary School?
Burns Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burns Elementary School offer ?
Burns Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burns Elementary School part of?
Burns Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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