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Burton Elementary, a magnet school within Durham Public Schools, has roughly 294 students in Pre-K to 5th grade, one of the lowest ratios in the district, of 9:1, which allows more individualized attention. The school was named a 2025 Top Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America for its academic excellence in public education and community engagement. The demographics of the school show that 92% of students are from minority groups, with most of the students being Black. Academic performance indicates the school also belongs to the top-performing schools of North Carolina, with 60-64% proficiency in math and 45-49% proficiency in reading. The 27701 ZIP code median home price is approximately $279,615 and offers low housing prices for families.
New Playground Name
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Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM
Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.
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September to June
School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.
293 Students
With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1
25%
Percentage of minority students
225 : 1
Student to counselor ratio
Being Updated
In June 2024, the Durham County Commissioners approved a significant $27 million funding increase for Durham Public Schools for the 2025 fiscal year. This investment will directly benefit schools like Burton Elementary, potentially providing more resources for technology, enrichment programs, and staffing.
1. What is the grade range?
Burton Elementary serves students in Pre-K through 5th grade.
2. Is Burton Elementary a magnet school?
Yes! Burton Elementary is a magnet school with a Gifted & Talented program and is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School.
3. What is the school's enrollment size?
There are about 294 students enrolled in the school.
4. What is the student-to-teacher ratio?
Burton Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 9:1.
5. What is the school's mission?
"The school's mission is to create an enjoyable, challenging, and collaborative learning environment aimed at achieving academic excellence and personal kind of growth.
Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.
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