Serving 538 students in grades 6-8, Steam Academy Burke ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steam Academy Burke's student population of 538 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Steam Academy Burke ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steam Academy Burke is 0.08, which is less 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
#4429 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steam Academy Burke's ranking?
Steam Academy Burke is ranked #4429 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Steam Academy Burke often compared to?
Steam Academy Burkeis often viewed alongside schools like Rivera Middle School, North Park Academy Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Steam Academy Burke?
538 students attend Steam Academy Burke.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Steam Academy Burke students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steam Academy Burke?
Steam Academy Burke has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Steam Academy Burke offer ?
Steam Academy Burke offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Steam Academy Burke part of?
Steam Academy Burke is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Steam Academy Burke located?
Steam Academy Burke is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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