Burton Elementary School serves 312 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 83% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)25-29%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
52%
14%
White
17%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend Burton Elementary School?
312 students attend Burton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Burton Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Elementary School?
Burton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burton Elementary School offer ?
Burton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burton Elementary School part of?
Burton Elementary School is part of Erie City School District.
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