BURK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Burk Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Gilbert Unified District (4239) school district, located in Gilbert, AZ with about 354 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 29 teachers, Burk Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Burk Elementary School, located in Gilbert, Arizona, is part of the Gilbert Public Schools district. The school serves students in grades Pre-K through 6, focusing on providing a foundational academic experience within a supportive community environment. It is known for its commitment to student growth, emphasizing both core curriculum standards and the social-emotional development necessary for young learners to succeed as they transition into middle school.

The school prides itself on fostering strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to create a collaborative learning atmosphere. By leveraging a variety of instructional strategies and extracurricular opportunities, Burk Elementary aims to prepare its students for future academic challenges while maintaining a focus on inclusivity and character development. As a cornerstone of its local neighborhood, the school works to ensure that all students have access to the resources and guidance needed to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Burk Elementary School at (480) 926-3816 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

545 N. Burk St.
Gilbert, AZ 85234
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BURK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Gilbert, AZ with about 354 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
354
Teachers:
29.37
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 354 students

Hispanic/Latino
45.8%
White
41.2%
Two or more races
4.8%
Black or African American
3.1%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.8%

Female
45.2%
Male
54.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.