Serving 544 students in grades 7-8, Burton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burton Middle School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burton Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Middle School?
544 students attend Burton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Burton Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Middle School?
Burton Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burton Middle School offer ?
Burton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Burton Middle School part of?
Burton Middle School is part of Burton Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Burton Middle School located?
Burton Middle School is located in the West Porterville neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Porterville.
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