Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burcham Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burcham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Burcham Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burcham Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burcham Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
43%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
30%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burcham Elementary School's ranking?
Burcham Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burcham Elementary School often compared to?
Burcham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School, Bixby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burcham Elementary School?
357 students attend Burcham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Burcham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burcham Elementary School?
Burcham Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Burcham Elementary School offer ?
Burcham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burcham Elementary School part of?
Burcham Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Burcham Elementary School located?
Burcham Elementary School is located in the South of Conant neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South of Conant.
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