Below Average
#7968 of 9,539 schools in CA
Burton Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
8111 Calhoun Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,968 of 9,539
In Panorama City
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#744 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Burton Street Elementary
Burton Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Panorama City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Burton Street Elementary serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Burton Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,968 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Burton Street Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Burton Street Elementary 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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Burton Street Elementary — Students at Burton Street Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Burton Street Elementary Compares
See how Burton Street Elementary 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
8111 Calhoun Ave., Panorama City, CA 91402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burton Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Panorama City Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta California Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valor Academy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Panorama City, see our Panorama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST GENEVIEVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panorama City | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST GENEVIEVE HIGH SCHOOL Panorama City | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Genevieve High School Panorama City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Chase Street Elementary Panorama City | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles Panorama City | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Panorama High Panorama City | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Ranchito Avenue Elementary Panorama City | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Cal Burke High Panorama City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Panorama City | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Panorama City Elementary Panorama City | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Canterbury Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Vista Middle Panorama City | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Hazeltine Avenue Elementary Van Nuys | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Grace Academy PSP Sun Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Robert Fulton College Preparatory Van Nuys | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Noble Avenue Elementary North Hills | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Lashon Academy Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Primary Academy for Success Panorama City | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,369
Median Home Value
$586,500
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
66,710
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
34.4%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burton Street Elementary
What grades does Burton Street Elementary serve?
Burton Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Burton Street Elementary?
Burton Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burton Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Burton Street Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burton Street Elementary rank in CA?
Burton Street Elementary ranks #7,968 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Burton Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Burton Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Burton Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burton Street Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Burton Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Burton Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burton Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Burton Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burton Street Elementary?
95.7% of students at Burton Street Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.2%
- Phone
- (818) 908-1287
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #744 of 769
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