Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burch Charter School Of Excellence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burch Charter School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burch Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 328 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burch Charter School Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burch Charter School Of Excellence is 0.13, 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
#1570 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
33%
Black
93%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burch Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #1570 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Burch Charter School Of Excellence often compared to?
Burch Charter School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Burch Charter School Of Excellence?
328 students attend Burch Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Burch Charter School Of Excellence students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burch Charter School Of Excellence?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burch Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burch Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Burch Charter School Of Excellence is part of Burch Charter School Of Excellence School District.
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