Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Burke Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Chicago, IL, within an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this area typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke Elementary School's student population of 323 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burke Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
81%
16%
White
2%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Elementary School's ranking?
Burke Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Burke Elementary School often compared to?
Burke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kozminski Elementary Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Burke Elementary School?
323 students attend Burke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Burke Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Elementary School?
Burke Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burke Elementary School offer ?
Burke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Burke Elementary School part of?
Burke Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Burke Elementary School located?
Burke Elementary School is located in the Washington Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Washington Park.
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