Burlington Elementary School

5946 Orient St
Burlington, KY 41005
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burlington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 689 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 20% in KY
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Burlington Elementary School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

Burlington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#141 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
60%
38%
56%
45%
40-44%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
78%
71%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burlington Elementary School's ranking?
Burlington Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Burlington Elementary School often compared to?
Burlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A M Yealey Elementary School, Charles H. Kelly Elementary School, Chester Goodridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Burlington Elementary School?
689 students attend Burlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Burlington Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington Elementary School?
Burlington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burlington Elementary School offer ?
Burlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burlington Elementary School part of?
Burlington Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 689 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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