James L Burrell Elementary School serves 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of James L Burrell Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend James L Burrell Elementary School?
387 students attend James L Burrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of James L Burrell Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James L Burrell Elementary School?
James L Burrell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James L Burrell Elementary School offer ?
James L Burrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is James L Burrell Elementary School part of?
James L Burrell Elementary School is part of Belton Independent School District.
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