Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luther Burbank 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luther Burbank Elementary School serves the southeast part of Burbank, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther Burbank Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Luther Burbank 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 Luther Burbank Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2265 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Burbank Elementary School's ranking?
Luther Burbank Elementary School is ranked #2265 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Luther Burbank Elementary School?
453 students attend Luther Burbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Luther Burbank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther Burbank Elementary School?
Luther Burbank Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Luther Burbank Elementary School offer ?
Luther Burbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Luther Burbank Elementary School part of?
Luther Burbank Elementary School is part of Burbank SD 111 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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