Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burlingame Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlingame Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burlingame Elementary School's student population of 136 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
Bearcat
School Rankings
Burlingame Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlingame Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlingame Elementary School's ranking?
Burlingame Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Burlingame Elementary School?
136 students attend Burlingame Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Burlingame Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlingame Elementary School?
Burlingame Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burlingame Elementary School offer ?
Burlingame Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlingame Elementary School part of?
Burlingame Elementary School is part of Burlingame Public School District.
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