Serving 2 students in grades 2-8, Burton Community Day ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the California state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burton Community Day's student population of 2 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burton Community Day is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
50%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Community Day?
2 students attend Burton Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Burton Community Day students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Community Day?
Burton Community Day has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burton Community Day offer ?
Burton Community Day offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Burton Community Day part of?
Burton Community Day is part of Burton Elementary School District.
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