Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burch Charter School Of Excellence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burch Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Require Excellence!
School Rankings
Burch Charter School Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burch Charter School Of Excellence is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1520 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burch Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #1520 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Burch Charter School Of Excellence often compared to?
Burch Charter School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burch Charter School Of Excellence?
335 students attend Burch Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Burch Charter School Of Excellence students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burch Charter School Of Excellence?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burch Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burch Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence is part of Burch Charter School Of Excellence School District.
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