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Burton Elementary

2133 Buchanan Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, United States

+1 (616) 819-2262

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Burton Elementary Overview

About This School

Burton Elementary is a public elementary in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving 365 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 74% in ELA, 72% in math, and 75% in science. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $49,002. The student body at Burton Elementary is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. In terms of ethnicity, the population is 84% Hispanic, 11% Black, 4% White, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

365

Total Students

PK-5

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Kent County

Students per Counselor

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Burton Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 18.3:1

State Avg: 17.3:1

Students per Counselor

Burton Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$49,002

City Avg: $67,149

State Avg: $68,685

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor:1

Burton Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.05%

Male

47.95%

Female

Total Enrollment: 365 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White3.56%

Hispanic83.56%

Asian0.27%

Black11.23%

Two or More Races0.82%

Native American0.27%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burton Elementary

Q: What is Burton Elementary?

A: Burton Elementary is a elementary public located in Grand Rapids.

Q: How many students attend Burton Elementary?

A: Burton Elementary has approximately 365 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Burton Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Burton Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Burton Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Burton Elementary - Grand Rapids, MI

Quick Facts about Burton Elementary
School Name	Burton Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	2133 Buchanan Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, Grand Rapids, MI
County	Kent County
Phone	+1 (616) 819-2262
Total Students	365
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	23
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Burton Elementary

What is Burton Elementary?

Burton Elementary is a elementary public located in Grand Rapids.

How many students attend Burton Elementary?

Burton Elementary has approximately 365 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Burton Elementary is 15:1.

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