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Burrowes Elementary School

1001 E Orange St
Lancaster, PA 17602
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burrowes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burrowes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Burrowes Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Burrowes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrowes Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2055 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
38%
30-34%
55%
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
64%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
12%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burrowes Elementary School's ranking?
Burrowes Elementary School is ranked #2055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Burrowes Elementary School?
318 students attend Burrowes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Burrowes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burrowes Elementary School?
Burrowes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrowes Elementary School offer ?
Burrowes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burrowes Elementary School part of?
Burrowes Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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