Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burton Pack Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina 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 South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Pack Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Burton Pack Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burton Pack Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Pack Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1013 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
89%
32%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Pack Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Pack Elementary School is ranked #1013 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
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% SC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Burton Pack Elementary School?
373 students attend Burton Pack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Burton Pack Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Pack Elementary School?
Burton Pack Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burton Pack Elementary School offer ?
Burton Pack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burton Pack Elementary School part of?
Burton Pack Elementary School is part of Richland 01 School District.
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