Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Burnett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnett Elementary School's student population of 534 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnett Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnett Elementary School's ranking?
Burnett Elementary School is ranked #5798 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burnett Elementary School often compared to?
Burnett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stuchbery Elementary School, Arlyne & Alan Weber Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burnett Elementary School?
534 students attend Burnett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Burnett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnett Elementary School?
Burnett Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnett Elementary School offer ?
Burnett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Burnett Elementary School part of?
Burnett Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burnett Elementary School located?
Burnett Elementary School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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