Serving 684 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burton Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Burton Valley Elementary School's student population of 684 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Valley Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#144 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Valley Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burton Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Valley Elementary School?
684 students attend Burton Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Burton Valley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Valley Elementary School?
Burton Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Burton Valley Elementary School offer ?
Burton Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burton Valley Elementary School part of?
Burton Valley Elementary School is part of Lafayette Elementary School District.
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