Serving 169 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 60-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (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 169 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Burke Street Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Street Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
2%
Black
20%
4%
White
53%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Street Elementary School's ranking?
Burke Street Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 617 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
169 students attend Burke Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Burke Street Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burke Street Elementary School?
Burke Street Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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