Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Burke Street Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burke Street Elementary School's student population of 158 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burke Street Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Street Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Street Elementary School's ranking?
Burke Street Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Burke Street Elementary School often compared to?
Burke Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemont Elementary School, Winchester Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Burke Street Elementary School?
158 students attend Burke Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Burke Street Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Street Elementary School?
Burke Street Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burke Street Elementary School offer ?
Burke Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burke Street Elementary School part of?
Burke Street Elementary School is part of Berkeley County Schools.
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