Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burney Elementary School serves the northeast part of Plant City, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burney Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burney Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3263 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burney Elementary School's ranking?
Burney Elementary School is ranked #3263 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Burney Elementary School often compared to?
Burney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Burney Elementary School?
357 students attend Burney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Burney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burney Elementary School?
Burney Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burney Elementary School offer ?
Burney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burney Elementary School part of?
Burney Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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