For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 623 students in Burton, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Burton, TX are Burton Elementary School and Burton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burton, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Burton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Burton, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12504 Cedar St
Burton, TX 77835
(979) 289-2175
Burton, TX 77835
(979) 289-2175
Gr: PK-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Burton High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
917 N Main
Burton, TX 77835
(979) 289-3830
Burton, TX 77835
(979) 289-3830
Gr: 7-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Burton, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Burton, TX include Burton Elementary School and Burton High School.
How many public schools are located in Burton?
2 public schools are located in Burton.
What is the racial composition of students in Burton?
Burton public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Burton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Burton include: Burton Elementary School vs. Burton High School, Burton High School vs. Burton Elementary School
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