Burroughs Elem School

School Overview
John Burroughs Elementary School, located in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago, serves a predominantly Hispanic community and is part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By integrating community engagement with classroom instruction, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in high school and beyond, often focusing on building strong partnerships with families and neighborhood organizations to bridge the gap between home and school life.

Academically, Burroughs Elementary provides a comprehensive curriculum that adheres to state standards, often incorporating programs designed to address the specific needs of English Language Learners and students requiring additional support. The school facilities and staff work toward creating a culture of inclusivity, often utilizing extracurricular activities and enrichment programs to supplement traditional coursework. As a vital fixture in the 60632 area, the school remains focused on continuous improvement to meet the evolving educational challenges of urban public schooling.
323
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Burroughs Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic296
Black11
Asian7
  • Hispanic
    296 (91.6 %)
  • Black
    11 (3.4 %)
  • White
    9 (2.8 %)
  • Asian
    7 (2.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: City of Chicago SD 299
Phone: (773)535-7226
Website: http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 323
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 19
Kindergarten 14
Grade 1 26
Grade 2 28
Grade 3 43
Grade 4 41
Grade 5 33
Grade 6 35
Grade 7 41
Grade 8 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Burroughs Elem School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten19
Kindergarten14
Grade 126
Grade 228
Grade 343
Grade 441
Grade 533
Grade 635
Grade 741
Grade 843
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Burroughs Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15648.3%
Male16751.7%
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