Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert J. Burch Elementary School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert J. Burch Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#412 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
52%
36%
White
18%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J. Burch Elementary School's ranking?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Robert J. Burch Elementary School often compared to?
Robert J. Burch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crabapple Lane Elementary School, North Fayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Burch Elementary School?
558 students attend Robert J. Burch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Robert J. Burch Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert J. Burch Elementary School?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert J. Burch Elementary School offer ?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Robert J. Burch Elementary School part of?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
View the Robert J. Burch Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break for Students
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/8/2015
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