Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Burdick Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burdick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burdick Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burdick Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burdick Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
37%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burdick Elementary School's ranking?
Burdick Elementary School is ranked #1753 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Burdick Elementary School often compared to?
Burdick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay View Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Burdick Elementary School?
495 students attend Burdick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Burdick Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burdick Elementary School?
Burdick Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burdick Elementary School offer ?
Burdick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burdick Elementary School part of?
Burdick Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Burdick Elementary School located?
Burdick Elementary School is located in the Town of Lake neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Town of Lake.
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