Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy's student population of 449 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3321 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
96%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
48%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy's ranking?
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy is ranked #3321 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy often compared to?
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bright Elementary School, Black Magnet Elementary School, Addams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy?
449 students attend Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy?
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy offer ?
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy part of?
Burnham Elementary Inclusive Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 2/17/2020
This is a great school with great instructors and principal. Unfortunately, there are a bunch of ignorant, aggressive children who attend this school. Mainly due to the influx of Westside Chicagoans and their uncouthness.
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