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#1604 of 1,786 schools in TN

Burt Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County

110 Bailey ST, Clarksville, TN 37040

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,604 of 1,786

In Clarksville

#31 of 39

public schools

In district

#35 of 43

Montgomery County

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Burt Elementary

4.2/10

Elementary School in Clarksville · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Burt Elementary

Burt Elementary is a public elementary school in Clarksville, TN, part of Montgomery County. Burt Elementary serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Burt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,604 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Burt Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,645
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

Burt Elementary — Students at Burt Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
25.2%
ELA
26.9%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Burt Elementary Compares

See how Burt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
10th percentile in TN
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

110 Bailey ST, Clarksville, TN 37040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is POWER AND GRACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, St. Bethlehem Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksville, see our Clarksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Middle College @ Austin Peay State University Clarksville 0.2 mi 7.7
CLARKSVILLE ACADEMY Clarksville 0.7 mi 6.4
CMCSS Adult High School Clarksville 0.9 mi 4.6
Norman Smith Elementary Clarksville 1.3 mi 3.6
Moore Magnet Elementary Clarksville 1.4 mi 6.6
Byrns Darden Elementary Clarksville 1.9 mi 6.3
POWER AND GRACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Clarksville 2.0 mi 7.9
ACADEMY FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Clarksville 3.0 mi
LITTLE SCHOLARS MONTESSORI LLC Clarksville 2.9 mi
Glenellen Elementary Clarksville 3.5 mi 5.6
CMCSS K-12 Virtual School Clarksville 3.4 mi 2.7
Kenwood High Clarksville 3.5 mi 3.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Clarksville 3.1 mi 7.0
Kenwood Middle Clarksville 3.5 mi 3.2
Barksdale Elementary Clarksville 3.2 mi 5.9
Spanish Immersion @ Barksdale Clarksville 3.2 mi 8.8
Kenwood Elementary Clarksville 3.6 mi 5.7
THE SETTLEMENT PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Clarksville 4.0 mi
St. Bethlehem Elementary Clarksville 3.8 mi 7.9
AMARE MONTESSORI Clarksville 3.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,331

Median Home Value

$242,400

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

62,137

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

30.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burt Elementary

What grades does Burt Elementary serve?

Burt Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Burt Elementary?

Burt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burt Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Burt Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burt Elementary rank in TN?

Burt Elementary ranks #1,604 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Burt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Burt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Burt Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burt Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Burt Elementary a charter school?

No, Burt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burt Elementary a Title I school?

No, Burt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

District

Montgomery County
District Enrollment
39,345
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,645
District Rank
#35 of 43

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