Burke Basic School

About Burke Basic School

Burke Basic School is a public elementary school located in the heart of the city of Burke. It is a vibrant, diverse school with a strong sense of community. The school has a strong academic focus and offers a wide range of educational and extracurricular activities. Students at Burke Basic School are taught to be critical thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and global citizens. The school also strives to provide a safe and nurturing environment for all students. At Burke Basic School, teachers and staff are committed to providing a quality education to all students. The school offers a variety of classes and activities that help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the 21st century. In addition to core curriculum classes, students can participate in art, music, physical education, and technology classes. Burke Basic School is also committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all students. The school has a variety of programs and initiatives to promote student health and wellness, including mental health services, a bullying prevention program, and a school-wide safety plan. Burke Basic School is a great place for students to learn and grow. The school provides a supportive and nurturing environment where students can develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the 21st century.

Address:	131 E Southern Ave Mesa, AZ 85210
Phone:	(480) 964-4602
Site:	burkebasicschool.com
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	737 students

Overview Burke Basic School

Burke Basic School serves 737 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Burke Basic School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Burke Basic School

Burke Basic School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Burke Basic School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.