Serving 927 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burleigh Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Burleigh Elementary serves the northern part of Brookfield, WI, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about 2.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burleigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burleigh Elementary School's student population of 927 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
927 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Burleigh Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burleigh Elementary School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
21%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
64%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burleigh Elementary School's ranking?
Burleigh Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Burleigh Elementary School often compared to?
Burleigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield Elementary School, Dixon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Burleigh Elementary School?
927 students attend Burleigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Burleigh Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burleigh Elementary School?
Burleigh Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burleigh Elementary School offer ?
Burleigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burleigh Elementary School part of?
Burleigh Elementary School is part of Elmbrook School District.
In what neighborhood is Burleigh Elementary School located?
Burleigh Elementary School is located in the Sky Cliff neighborhood of Brookfield, WI.
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