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Burk Elementary School

545 N Burk St
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Burk Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 30% in AZ
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Burk Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence in Every Learner

School Rankings

Burk Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burk Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#561 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
46%
34%
46%
40%
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burk Elementary School's ranking?
Burk Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Burk Elementary School often compared to?
Burk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Burk Elementary School?
460 students attend Burk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Burk Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burk Elementary School?
Burk Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burk Elementary School offer ?
Burk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burk Elementary School part of?
Burk Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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