Weston Elementary School

2499 Cashin St
Burton, MI 48509
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Weston Elementary School serves 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-1. 
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 380 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Weston Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Burton, MI school district, encompassing approximately 21.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Weston Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Weston Elementary School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
(22-23)
52.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Weston Elementary School often compared to?
Weston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Potter School, Pierce School, Haas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Weston Elementary School?
380 students attend Weston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Weston Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weston Elementary School?
Weston Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Weston Elementary School offer ?
Weston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weston Elementary School part of?
Weston Elementary School is part of Kearsley Community School District.

School Reviews

2   10/10/2025
Weston Elementary School is very good school to send your little ones. The staff members are very dedicated to their job and love being around their students. Every teacher is dedicated to helping children succeed and will do whatever it takes to see their students achieve goals. I recommend Weston Elementary School as the first school to start your children off at.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - baham
5   10/10/2025
This is a phenomenal school. The staff cares about every kid and wants them to do well. It feels like a great little community-a hidden gem. Staff is great, principal is awesome...an overall great place.
- Posted by Parent - hibbs

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 380 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Weston Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Burton, MI school district, encompassing approximately 21.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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