BURSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bursch Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Compton Unified school district, located in Compton, CA with about 515 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Bursch Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Bursch Elementary School is a public school located in Compton, California, serving students within the Compton Unified School District. The school is committed to providing a foundational academic experience for its elementary-aged population, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive learning environment. As part of the broader district, it strives to prepare students for middle school through a mix of classroom instruction, community engagement, and resource development designed to meet the unique needs of the local student body.

The school’s location on West 156th Street places it at the heart of the Compton community, where it acts as a central hub for neighborhood families. By leveraging the district’s academic framework, Bursch Elementary emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. For parents and community members looking for detailed information regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, or specific educational programs, the school maintains an official web presence through the Compton Unified School District portal at [www.compton.k12.ca.us](http://www.compton.k12.ca.us).

For more information, contact Bursch Elementary at (310) 898-6130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.