Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burton Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Burton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1861 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Elementary School is ranked #1861 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Burton Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour Elementary School, Burnt Bridge Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Burton Elementary School?
452 students attend Burton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Burton Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burton Elementary School?
Burton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burton Elementary School offer ?
Burton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burton Elementary School part of?
Burton Elementary School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
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