Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burnet Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Burnet Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Burnet Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnet 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
#5561 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnet Elementary School's ranking?
Burnet Elementary School is ranked #5561 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burnet Elementary School often compared to?
Burnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ireland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burnet Elementary School?
340 students attend Burnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Burnet Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnet Elementary School?
Burnet Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnet Elementary School offer ?
Burnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burnet Elementary School part of?
Burnet Elementary School is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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