BURKE/MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Burke/Memorial Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Medway school district, located in Medway, MA with about 505 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 4th 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 31 teachers, Burke/Memorial Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Burke/Memorial Elementary School, located at 16 Cassidy Lane in Medway, Massachusetts, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As a public elementary school, it focuses on fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and a supportive learning environment for students in their early formative years. The school is part of the Medway Public Schools district, which is committed to providing a rigorous curriculum while preparing students to become responsible, engaged citizens.

The school emphasizes a student-centered approach, aiming to cultivate curiosity and a lifelong love of learning through collaborative instruction and community involvement. By integrating modern educational standards with a focus on character development, Burke/Memorial strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where all students feel valued and encouraged to reach their personal potential. Its location in a residential area of Medway contributes to a tight-knit school culture, often characterized by strong partnerships between faculty, staff, and families.

For more information, contact Burke/Memorial Elementary School at (508) 533-3266 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.