Burton Elementary vs Summit Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton Elementary
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
437 students
Summit Charter Academy
Porterville · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,423 students
| Measure | Burton Elementary Porterville, California | Summit Charter Academy Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4541 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #45705 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 437 | 2,423 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 2,423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 37% |
| city | Porterville | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Summit Charter Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Summit Charter Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 33%).
- •Summit Charter Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 88.3%).
- •Summit Charter Academy does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 25.7).
- •Summit Charter Academy is the larger school with 2,423 students compared with 437.
- •Burton Elementary is a public school while Summit Charter Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burton Elementary better than Summit Charter Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Burton Elementary and Summit Charter Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Porterville and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton Elementary: 437. Summit Charter Academy: 2,423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton Elementary and Summit Charter Academy rank in California?
Burton Elementary is 4541st of 5,693 and Summit Charter Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).