Burlington Elementary School

6533 Peters Creek Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burlington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 510 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Burlington Elementary School's student population of 510 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026

School Rankings

Burlington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1059 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
70%
68%
(20-21)
60-64%
69%
(20-21)
30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
17%
22%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burlington Elementary School's ranking?
Burlington Elementary School is ranked #1059 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Burlington Elementary School often compared to?
Burlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Glen Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Burlington Elementary School?
510 students attend Burlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Burlington Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington Elementary School?
Burlington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burlington Elementary School offer ?
Burlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Burlington Elementary School part of?
Burlington Elementary School is part of Roanoke County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 510 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 70% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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