Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Burbank Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burbank Elementary serves the southwest part of Milwaukee, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burbank Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burbank Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1858 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank Elementary School's ranking?
Burbank Elementary School is ranked #1858 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Burbank Elementary School?
552 students attend Burbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Burbank Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burbank Elementary School?
Burbank Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burbank Elementary School offer ?
Burbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burbank Elementary School part of?
Burbank Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Burbank Elementary School located?
Burbank Elementary School is located in the Johnsons Woods neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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