Serving 680 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burton Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burton Valley Elementary School's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Valley Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
26%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Valley Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burton Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Burton Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Valley Elementary School?
680 students attend Burton Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Burton Valley Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burton Valley Elementary School?
Burton Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burton Valley Elementary School offer ?
Burton Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burton Valley Elementary School part of?
Burton Valley Elementary School is part of Lafayette Elementary School District.
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