Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burke Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke Elementary School serves the south part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Burke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2803 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Elementary School's ranking?
Burke Elementary School is ranked #2803 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burke Elementary School often compared to?
Burke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linton Elementary School, Mireles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burke Elementary School?
542 students attend Burke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 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 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burke Elementary School offer ?
Burke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Burke Elementary School part of?
Burke Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burke Elementary School located?
Burke Elementary School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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