Below Average
#1804 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Glenn F Burton School
Elementary School · Glendale Elementary District (4271)
4801 W MARYLAND AVE, Glendale, AZ 85301
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,804 of 2,006
In Glendale
#74 of 82
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Glendale Elementary District (4271)
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About Glenn F Burton School
Glenn F Burton School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Glendale Elementary District (4271). Glenn F Burton School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenn F Burton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,804 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Glenn F Burton School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
75% of students at Glenn F Burton School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Glenn F Burton School — Students at Glenn F Burton School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Glenn F Burton School Compares
See how Glenn F Burton School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4801 W MARYLAND AVE, Glendale, AZ 85301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenn F Burton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science Glendale (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,422
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
66,970
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
29%
Median Age
29.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenn F Burton School
What grades does Glenn F Burton School serve?
Glenn F Burton School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Glenn F Burton School?
Glenn F Burton School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenn F Burton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenn F Burton School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glenn F Burton School rank in AZ?
Glenn F Burton School ranks #1,804 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Glenn F Burton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenn F Burton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Glenn F Burton School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenn F Burton School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Glenn F Burton School a charter school?
No, Glenn F Burton School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenn F Burton School a Title I school?
No, Glenn F Burton School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.0%
- Phone
- (623) 237-4007
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Elementary District (4271)- District Enrollment
- 8,858
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,795
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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