Below Average
#3249 of 3,778 schools in FL
Burney Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
901 S EVERS ST, Plant City, FL 33563
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,249 of 3,778
In Plant City
#15 of 18
public schools
In district
#223 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Burney Elementary School
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About Burney Elementary School
Burney Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plant City, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Burney Elementary School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Burney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,249 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Burney Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Burney Elementary 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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Burney Elementary School — Students at Burney Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 2.8/10.
How Burney Elementary School Compares
See how Burney Elementary 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
901 S EVERS ST, Plant City, FL 33563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burney Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRINGHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plant City, see our Plant City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,318
Median Home Value
$197,500
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
26,313
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burney Elementary School
What grades does Burney Elementary School serve?
Burney Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Burney Elementary School?
Burney Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burney Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Burney Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burney Elementary School rank in FL?
Burney Elementary School ranks #3,249 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Burney Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Burney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Burney Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burney Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Burney Elementary School a charter school?
No, Burney Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burney Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Burney Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burney Elementary School?
79.9% of students at Burney Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (813) 707-7334
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #223 of 286
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