Summary:
Burch Charter School of Excellence is the sole elementary school located in Irvington, New Jersey, serving grades K-5 with a total enrollment of 318 students. The school faces significant academic challenges, consistently underperforming the state average on standardized test scores across all grade levels and subject areas.
Burch Charter School of Excellence has a chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9% and a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (81.76%), indicating a concentration of students from low-income families. The school's spending per student of $8,329 is lower than the state average, which may limit the resources available to support student learning and address their academic needs. Additionally, the school has a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 22.7, which could make it more difficult to provide individualized attention and support to students.
The school's academic performance is a major concern, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science significantly below the state averages. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, 3rd grade English Language Arts proficiency was 23.5% (vs. NJ 44.9%), 4th grade Mathematics proficiency was 20.4% (vs. NJ 46.7%), and 5th grade Science proficiency was 18.4% (vs. NJ 30.1%). The school's statewide ranking and star rating have remained consistently low over the past three school years, suggesting that the academic struggles are persistent and may require significant interventions and support to improve student outcomes.
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