Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burton Street Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Burton Street Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burton Street Elementary School is 0.22, 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)15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Burton Street Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood Elementary School, Gridley Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Street Elementary School?
281 students attend Burton Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burton Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Street Elementary School?
Burton Street Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burton Street Elementary School offer ?
Burton Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burton Street Elementary School part of?
Burton Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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