Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Burlington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burlington Elementary School serves the entire district of Burlington, CO, encompassing an extensive attendance zone of approximately 605.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest parts of the zone located up to 22 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burlington Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Do the Right Thing
School Rankings
Burlington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Elementary School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#938 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
53%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Burlington Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington Elementary School's ranking?
Burlington Elementary School is ranked #938 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Burlington Elementary School?
320 students attend Burlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Burlington Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington Elementary School?
Burlington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burlington Elementary School offer ?
Burlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington Elementary School part of?
Burlington Elementary School is part of Burlington Public School District No. Re-6j.
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