William R Burton serves 1,194 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
William R Burton's student population of 1,194 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,194 students
Showing 1992–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
School Motto
We create opportunities for students to achieve success in their careers.
School Rankings
The diversity score of William R Burton is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
17%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
65%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1992–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are William R Burton often compared to?
William R Burtonis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland-w Holmes Career Center, Brookside High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend William R Burton?
1,194 students attend William R Burton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of William R Burton students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William R Burton?
William R Burton has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does William R Burton offer ?
William R Burton offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William R Burton part of?
William R Burton is part of Lorain County Jvs School District.
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