Serving 63 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Burrton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Burrton Elementary serves the entire Burrton, KS school district, encompassing an area of 95.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the zone located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burrton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burrton Elementary School's student population of 63 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Burrton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrton Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
79%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burrton Elementary School's ranking?
Burrton Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Burrton Elementary School?
63 students attend Burrton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Burrton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burrton Elementary School?
Burrton Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrton Elementary School offer ?
Burrton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burrton Elementary School part of?
Burrton Elementary School is part of Burrton School District.
School Calendar
View the Burrton Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Senior's Last Day
May 13, 2027 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for Students
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
Staff - Last Day - Mandatory In Building
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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