Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Burton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burton Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#6308 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
75%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Elementary School is ranked #6308 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burton Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Elementary School?
493 students attend Burton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Burton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Elementary School?
Burton Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Burton Elementary School offer ?
Burton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Burton Elementary School part of?
Burton Elementary School is part of Burton Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Burton Elementary School located?
Burton Elementary School is located in the West Porterville neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Porterville.
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