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Burt Elementary School

Public | 4-5 | 281 students

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4 stars

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Posted April 18, 2010

Wonderful school where all the teachers and faculty care about the students. Any child would be lucky to go here.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 4, 2009

It is a good school. we like the teachers and the Principal
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 22, 2008

I just can not understand how someone could be unhappy with this school. From what I have seen, the teachers work hard to help the students. The children are encouraged to use their imagination outside instead of playing on equipment. This is the best kept secret in Clarksville! 1
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 26, 2008

We withdrew our son and are now homeschooling until he reaches middle school age. I was very disappointed in this school. By the way this school has no playground equipment, and is located in a dangerous area.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2008

Yes, this is an older school, but it has a rich history. The kids have plenty of room to play outside, and have something that no other elementary has: the chance for students to have gym each day. The teachers are awesome, and Mrs. Gudgeon is a caring, wonderful principal. I wouldn't send my kids to the private schools here- the teachers are less certified than the public school ones.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 24, 2008

We were very disappointed in this school in almost every respect. The school is located in a bad location for children, the facility is very old and worn, and (after several attempts) the faculty was unable to help us with 'disruptive' behaviors. With no other choice, we were eventually forced place our child in a private school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2007

I feel that this school is a hidden gem in Clarksville. The teachers and administrator care. Any child would be lucky to attend Burt. Thanks for all the hard work!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 24, 2005

24 May 2005 I went to Burt from 1998-1999. The experiences that I had there have made a profound inpact on my life. Even as a high school junior, I still use the skills taught in that school. the staff is awesome and really try to help the students learn. I highly recommend Burt Elementary for any student who is young enough to attend.
—Submitted by John Vidal, a former student


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
31%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 48% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
42%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

134 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
41%

2010

 
 
43%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
31%

2010

 
 
29%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
57%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
69%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students37%
African American31%
Hispanic40%
White41%
Economically disadvantaged32%
Students with disabilities40%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students35%
African American32%
Hispanic40%
White40%
Economically disadvantaged33%
Students with disabilities25%

Science

All Students52%
African American51%
Hispanic40%
White55%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Students with disabilities25%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students55%
African American31%
Hispanic70%
White66%
Economically disadvantaged41%
Students with disabilities37%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students58%
African American35%
Hispanic60%
White69%
Economically disadvantaged41%
Students with disabilities32%

Science

All Students67%
African American40%
Hispanic60%
White80%
Economically disadvantaged55%
Students with disabilities42%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 50% 68%
Black 40% 25%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 2%
Hispanic 5% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 55%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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110 Bailey St
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone: (931) 648-5630

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