Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burlington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Burlington Elementary School serves the northern part of Burlington, KY, covering an area of approximately 22.5 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burlington Elementary School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Burlington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
78%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington Elementary School's ranking?
Burlington Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Burlington Elementary School often compared to?
Burlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Kelly Elementary School, A M Yealey Elementary School, Chester Goodridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Burlington Elementary School?
689 students attend Burlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Burlington Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington Elementary School?
Burlington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burlington Elementary School offer ?
Burlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burlington Elementary School part of?
Burlington Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
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