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Jim Maples Academy

Burton Elementary · Tulare County · 252 North Westwood, Porterville, CA 93257-2542

(559) 781-1658 · www.burtonschools.org

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3/10
#4304
Rank 4304 out of 5,722
Top 75%
English Language Arts3/10 · #4368 · 24th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #4823 · 16th percentile
Science6/10 · #2791 · 50th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Jim Maples Academy serves the Porterville community in California's Central Valley, a hardworking agricultural region where families are deeply rooted in the area's tight-knit culture. The school shows some real strength in science relative to its other subjects, which could be a bright spot for curious kids who like hands-on learning. Families who are engaged and looking to be involved in their child's education may find opportunities here to help shape the school's growth, as it works to build on those strengths across English and math as well.

Student Demographics

249 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
197 (79%)
White
18 (7%)
Other
34 (14%)

Key Indicators

English Learners65 (26%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged235 (94%)
Students with Disabilities31 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

466
Enrollment
21.8
Teachers (FTE)
21.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
21.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #5249 · 13th percentile

22 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.