Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burbank Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Burbank Elementary serves the northern part of its district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burbank Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Burbank Elementary School's student population of 736 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
736 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Burbank Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank Elementary School's ranking?
Burbank Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burbank Elementary School often compared to?
Burbank Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burbank Elementary School?
736 students attend Burbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Burbank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burbank Elementary School?
Burbank Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burbank Elementary School offer ?
Burbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burbank Elementary School part of?
Burbank Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burbank Elementary School located?
Burbank Elementary School is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside And Northline.
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