Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burton Elementary School serves the southern part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burton Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2688 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Elementary School is ranked #2688 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Burton Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buchanan Elementary School, Cesar E Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Burton Elementary School?
365 students attend Burton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Burton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burton Elementary School?
Burton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Burton Elementary School offer ?
Burton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burton Elementary School part of?
Burton Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Burton Elementary School located?
Burton Elementary School is located in the Burton Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Burton Heights.
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