JIM MAPLES ACADEMY

Jim Maples Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Burton Elementary school district, located in Porterville, CA with about 452 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Jim Maples Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jim Maples Academy, located in Porterville, California, is a public elementary school serving students in grades TK–8 as part of the Burton School District. The academy is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on creating a supportive, high-achieving environment for its student body. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending rigorous core academics with enrichment opportunities designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond.

As a member of the Burton School District, Jim Maples Academy benefits from the district's broader mission to provide innovative learning experiences and state-of-the-art resources. The campus fosters a strong community culture where educators, families, and students collaborate to promote both social-emotional development and intellectual growth. By integrating modern instructional strategies and a robust curriculum, the academy aims to empower its students to become productive, engaged citizens within their local community and the larger global society.

For more information, contact Jim Maples Academy at (559) 781-1658 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.