Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert J. Burch Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tyrone, GA, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert J. Burch Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert J. Burch Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#574 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J. Burch Elementary School's ranking?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School is ranked #574 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Robert J. Burch Elementary School often compared to?
Robert J. Burch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crabapple Lane Elementary School, North Fayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Burch Elementary School?
528 students attend Robert J. Burch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Robert J. Burch Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert J. Burch Elementary School?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert J. Burch Elementary School offer ?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert J. Burch Elementary School part of?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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