WILLIAM HENRY BURKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
William Henry Burkhart Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Perry Township Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 733 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 35 teachers, William Henry Burkhart Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School, located at 5701 Brill Rd in Indianapolis, is a public school serving students within the Perry Township Schools district. The school is known for its diverse student body and a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. It focuses on providing a comprehensive educational foundation, emphasizing core academic subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics, while also incorporating programs that support the social and emotional development of its students.
The school community at Burkhart Elementary is characterized by a collaborative spirit involving staff, parents, and local stakeholders who work together to support student achievement. With a focus on preparing children for middle school and beyond, the faculty employs various instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles. By prioritizing a welcoming atmosphere and academic growth, William Henry Burkhart Elementary serves as a central hub for families in the local Indianapolis area, aiming to provide a high-quality educational experience for every student who walks through its doors.
For more information, contact William Henry Burkhart Elementary at (317) 789-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Indianapolis, IN 46227-1908
(317) 789-3600
WILLIAM HENRY BURKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Indianapolis, IN with about 733 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Perry Township Schools
- Total Students:
- 733
- Teachers:
- 35
- 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
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 733 students
- Asian
- 44.1%
- White
- 32.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.8%
- Black or African American
- 9.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 42.4%
- Male
- 57.6%
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.