Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Burton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burton Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Burton Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Burton Elementary School?
646 students attend Burton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Burton Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Elementary School?
Burton Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burton Elementary School offer ?
Burton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Burton Elementary School part of?
Burton Elementary School is part of Madison School District.
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