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#5654 of 8,552 schools in TX
Burnet EL
Elementary School · GALVESTON ISD
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,654 of 8,552
In Galveston
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 12
GALVESTON ISD
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Burnet EL
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About Burnet EL
Burnet EL is a public elementary school in Galveston, TX, part of GALVESTON ISD. Burnet EL serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Burnet EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,654 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Burnet EL show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Burnet EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Burnet EL — Students at Burnet EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX 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: 6.6/10.
How Burnet EL Compares
See how Burnet EL 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
P O BOX 660, Galveston, TX 77553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burnet EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OPPE EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARKER EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BALL H S Galveston | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| WEIS Galveston | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL Galveston | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Galveston | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Galveston | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galveston | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Galveston | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 9.6 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 9.7 mi | 5.4 |
| TEXAS CITY H S Texas City | 9.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 9.9 mi | — |
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| BAILEY EL Pasadena, TX | 5.5 |
| BENBROOK EL Houston, TX | 5.5 |
| BONHAM EL Harlingen, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burnet EL
What grades does Burnet EL serve?
Burnet EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Burnet EL?
Burnet EL has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burnet EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Burnet EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burnet EL rank in TX?
Burnet EL ranks #5,654 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Burnet EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Burnet EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Burnet EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burnet EL has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Burnet EL a charter school?
No, Burnet EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burnet EL a Title I school?
No, Burnet EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burnet EL?
96.0% of students at Burnet EL 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.2%
- Phone
- (409) 761-6470
Resources & Links
District
GALVESTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,446
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,846
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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