Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burbank Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burbank Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burbank Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Go BEARS!
School Rankings
Burbank Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8456 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank Elementary School's ranking?
Burbank Elementary School is ranked #8456 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burbank Elementary School often compared to?
Burbank Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King-chavez Academy Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burbank Elementary School?
317 students attend Burbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Burbank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burbank Elementary School?
Burbank Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burbank Elementary School offer ?
Burbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burbank Elementary School part of?
Burbank Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Burbank Elementary School located?
Burbank Elementary School is located in the Logan Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Logan Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Dyslexia Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Filipino American History Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of German-American Heritage Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Italian-American Heritage Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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