Serving 534 students in grades 6-8, Steam Academy Burke ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: STEAM Academy @ Burke serves the southwest part of Pico Rivera, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steam Academy Burke ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Steam Academy Burke's student population of 534 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steam Academy Burke ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steam Academy Burke is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4136 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steam Academy Burke's ranking?
Steam Academy Burke is ranked #4136 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Steam Academy Burke often compared to?
Steam Academy Burkeis often viewed alongside schools like Rivera Middle School, North Park Academy Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Steam Academy Burke?
534 students attend Steam Academy Burke.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Steam Academy Burke students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steam Academy Burke?
Steam Academy Burke has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Steam Academy Burke offer ?
Steam Academy Burke offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Steam Academy Burke part of?
Steam Academy Burke is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Steam Academy Burke located?
Steam Academy Burke is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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