Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burckhalter 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burckhalter Elementary serves the southeast part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burckhalter Elementary School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Love Grows Here
School Rankings
Burckhalter 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 Burckhalter Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#7689 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burckhalter Elementary School's ranking?
Burckhalter Elementary School is ranked #7689 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burckhalter Elementary School?
193 students attend Burckhalter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Burckhalter Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burckhalter Elementary School?
Burckhalter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burckhalter Elementary School offer ?
Burckhalter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burckhalter Elementary School part of?
Burckhalter Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Burckhalter Elementary School located?
Burckhalter Elementary School is located in the Millsmont neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Millsmont.
School Reviews
Review Burckhalter Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
