Excellent
#65 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 2% in state
Burton Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
1500 Mathison Avenue, Durham, NC 27701
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#65 of 2,648
In Durham
#5 of 68
public schools
In district
#5 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Burton Elementary
Burton Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Burton Elementary serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Burton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Burton Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Burton Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Burton 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 Elementary — Students at Burton Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Burton Elementary Compares
See how Burton 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
1500 Mathison Avenue, Durham, NC 27701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Global Scholars Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, W G Pearson Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Y E Smith Elementary Durham | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 1.2 mi | — |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE OF DURHAM Durham | 1.4 mi | — |
| GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham | 1.3 mi | — |
| Global Scholars Academy Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary Durham | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Hillside High Durham | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,852
Median Home Value
$457,600
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
24,881
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
29.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
34.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Moravian Falls Elementary School Moravian Falls, NC | 9.0 |
| Pine Level Elementary Pine Level, NC | 9.0 |
| Riverbend Elementary Clyde, NC | 9.0 |
| Shoals Elementary Pinnacle, NC | 9.0 |
| Bennett School Bennett, NC | 8.9 |
| Dilworth Elementary School Latta Campus Charlotte, NC | 9.1 |
Compare Burton Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareBurton Elementary vs Oak Grove ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 7.5/10 -1.5 vs Burton Elementary
- CompareBurton Elementary vs Southwest ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 8.3/10 -0.7 vs Burton Elementary
- CompareBurton Elementary vs Easley ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 8.7/10 -0.3 vs Burton Elementary
- CompareBurton Elementary vs Glenn ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 7.8/10 -1.2 vs Burton Elementary
- CompareBurton Elementary vs Merrick-Moore ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 7.3/10 -1.7 vs Burton Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burton Elementary
What grades does Burton Elementary serve?
Burton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Burton Elementary?
Burton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Burton Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burton Elementary rank in NC?
Burton Elementary ranks #65 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Burton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Burton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Burton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burton Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Burton Elementary a charter school?
No, Burton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Burton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burton Elementary?
99.0% of students at Burton 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3908
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #5 of 54
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