Burrton Elem vs Rural Center Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 95 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burrton Elem
Burrton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
63 students
Rural Center Elem
Abilene · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
62 students
| Measure | Burrton Elem Burrton, Kansas | Rural Center Elem Abilene, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #538 of 686 | #299 of 686 |
| National rank | #37932 of 50,301 | #25189 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 63 | 62 |
| Enrollment | 63 | 62 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.4% | 32.3% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 30% |
| city | Burrton | Abilene |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rural Center Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 30.9).
- •Rural Center Elem does better on math proficiency (30% vs 24.5%).
- •Rural Center Elem does better on reading proficiency (49.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Rural Center Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.3% vs 52.4%).
- •Burrton Elem does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 12.4).
- •Burrton Elem is the larger school with 63 students compared with 62.
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 Burrton Elem better than Rural Center Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Rural Center Elem ranks higher (50.0 vs 30.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burrton Elem and Rural Center Elem?
About 95 km in a straight line, between Burrton and Abilene in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burrton Elem: 63. Rural Center Elem: 62. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burrton Elem and Rural Center Elem rank in Kansas?
Burrton Elem is 538th of 686 and Rural Center Elem is 299th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).