Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Burke Street Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Burke Street Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burke Street Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Street Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
2%
Black
14%
4%
White
67%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Street Elementary School's ranking?
Burke Street Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Burke Street Elementary School often compared to?
Burke Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemont Elementary School, Winchester Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Burke Street Elementary School?
208 students attend Burke Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Burke Street Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burke Street Elementary School?
Burke Street Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burke Street Elementary School offer ?
Burke Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke Street Elementary School part of?
Burke Street Elementary School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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