Serving 595 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Burton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Burton Elementary School's student population of 595 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#90 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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 #90 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Burton Elementary School?
595 students attend Burton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Burton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 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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