Burton Elementary: Leadership Focus &amp; Student Growth (2026 List)

About Burton Elementary

Burton Elementary is found at 2375 West Morton Avenue in the western part of Porterville. It provides educational services for students in grades K-6. Enrollment currently stands at 463 students. The student–teacher ratio is 26:1. Math proficiency is 24%. Reading proficiency is 30%. The gender mix is 49% female and 51% male. The campus offers a collaborative and professional environment suitable for all students. Staff members emphasize a calm and orderly tone during all regular school hours. The grounds include designated areas for both academic work and physical activity. Instructors work to align their daily lessons with current state standards effectively. Facilities are managed to provide a secure and reliable place for primary education. Students are encouraged to participate actively in their various classroom assignments. The administration maintains an open and welcoming environment for local families. Security measures are strictly followed to ensure a safe learning space for everyone. Real estate values for nearby properties range from $310,000 to $475,000. Many parents report that they feel their children are well-prepared for the transition to higher grade levels. This facility is striving to become one ofthe best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 24%

Reading 30%

State average proficiency is 24% in Math and 30% in Reading.

18

Full-time Teachers

25 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

1

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

463

Total Students

$105746

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 10.37%

Asian 1.73%

Hispanic 76.03%

Black 0.65%

Two+ Races 10.58%

Native Am. 0.65%

White

10.37%

Asian

1.73%

Hispanic

76.03%

Black

0.65%

Two+ Races

10.58%

Native Am.

0.65%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 463

49.24%

228 Female

50.76%

235 Male

Student Population

463 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

2315 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Burton Elementary Contact Information

Address

2375 West Morton St., Porterville, CA, 93257

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Phone

(559) 784-2401

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Website

http://www.burtonschool.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Burton Elementary recently hosted its annual "Burton's Got Talent" event in January 2026 to showcase student creativity. Registration for the Track and Field season has officially opened for all interested students this spring. The school continues its journey with the Leader in Me program, integrating Covey's "7 Habits" into daily student life.

FAQ

Q1. Does Burton Elementary School use certain types of technology for its students?

Ans. Yes, the school works with Apple to give students 1:World device access so that they can use technology in their daily lessons.

Q2. What is the name of the mascot for Burton Elementary?

Ans. The Bullpup is the mascot for Burton Elementary. It stands for the energy and potential of the younger students on campus.

Q3. What are the P.A.W.S. values at Burton Elementary?

Ans. P.A.W.S. stands for Proactive, Accountable, Win-Win Thinking, and Showing Respect. These are the rules that help the school have a good behavior culture.

Q4. Does Burton Elementary School have a talent show for its students?

Ans. Yes, the school has an annual "Burton's Got Talent" event where families come together to celebrate the students' creativity and performance.

Q5. Are there sports programs for older kids at Burton Elementary?

Ans. Yes, students in grades 4–8 can join the district track and field program to compete in their area.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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