Burnette Elementary School

3221 Mcginnis Ferry Road
Suwanee, GA 30024
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burnette Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 664 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : Burnette Elementary School serves the northwest part of Suwanee, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burnette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Burnette Elementary School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Burnette Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnette Elementary School is 0.78, 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 (GA)
#238 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
63%
39%
60%
40%
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
30%
36%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
82%
0.78
(22-23)
13.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burnette Elementary School's ranking?
Burnette Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Burnette Elementary School often compared to?
Burnette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Burnette Elementary School?
664 students attend Burnette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Burnette Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnette Elementary School?
Burnette Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnette Elementary School offer ?
Burnette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnette Elementary School part of?
Burnette Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 664 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : Burnette Elementary School serves the northwest part of Suwanee, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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