Serving 449 students in grades 1-5, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Henry Burkhart Elementary serves a central area in Indianapolis, IN, covering approximately 2.8 square miles with a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is about 2.3 miles from the school, with most residents living within a mile of its boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Henry Burkhart Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
40%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)35%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Henry Burkhart Elementary School's ranking?
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are William Henry Burkhart Elementary School often compared to?
William Henry Burkhart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Glenns Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend William Henry Burkhart Elementary School?
449 students attend William Henry Burkhart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of William Henry Burkhart Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Henry Burkhart Elementary School?
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Henry Burkhart Elementary School offer ?
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Henry Burkhart Elementary School part of?
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools.
In what neighborhood is William Henry Burkhart Elementary School located?
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School is located in the Perry Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Perry Township.
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