Serving 879 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burleigh Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burleigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burleigh Elementary School's student population of 879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burleigh Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burleigh Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 1991 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
64%
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
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burleigh Elementary School's ranking?
Burleigh Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Burleigh Elementary School often compared to?
Burleigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Burleigh Elementary School?
879 students attend Burleigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Burleigh Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burleigh Elementary School?
Burleigh Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burleigh Elementary School offer ?
Burleigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burleigh Elementary School part of?
Burleigh Elementary School is part of Elmbrook School District.
In what neighborhood is Burleigh Elementary School located?
Burleigh Elementary School is located in the Sky Cliff neighborhood of Brookfield, WI.
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