Summary:
Burk Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gilbert, Arizona, serving 481 students in grades PK-6. The school is part of the Gilbert Unified District, which is ranked 104 out of 540 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.
Burk Elementary stands out for its diverse student population, with a higher percentage of Hispanic (44.28%) and Native American (1.87%) students compared to nearby schools. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, is generally lower than the district and state averages. For example, in 2022-2023, Burk's 5th-grade proficiency rates were 33% in ELA and 33% in Math, compared to the district's 54% and 54%, and the state's 37% and 36%, respectively. The school's performance also varies significantly across different student subgroups, with African American and Native American students performing relatively well, while Asian, Hispanic, and multi-racial students struggle.
Burk Elementary's challenges extend beyond academic performance. The school has a relatively high percentage of students (48.86% in 2022-2023) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has declined over the years, from 284 out of 1,109 Arizona elementary schools in 2017-2018 to 427 out of 1,245 in 2022-2023, despite maintaining a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. When compared to nearby schools, such as Neely Traditional Academy and Val Vista Lakes Elementary, Burk Elementary's academic performance is generally lower, with higher proficiency rates and statewide rankings.
Detail:
Public PK, KG-6
District:
Gilbert Unified District
SchoolDigger Rank:
427th of 1,245 Arizona Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,854
Students who attend Burk Elementary School usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 11.7
Number of students: 481
Racial breakdown:
White:
45.5%
Hispanic:
44.3%
Two or more races:
5.2%
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African American:
2.3%
American Indian:
1.9%
Asian:
0.8%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 48.9%
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