BURGARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Burgard El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Manheim Central SD school district, located in Manheim, PA with about 417 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 27 teachers, Burgard El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Burgard Elementary School, located at 111 S. Penn St. in Manheim, Pennsylvania, serves as a primary educational facility within the Manheim Central School District. As an elementary institution, it focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for young learners, typically covering grades K through 4. The school is situated in a residential area of the borough, reflecting the community-oriented nature of the district and its commitment to fostering a supportive environment for early childhood development.

The school emphasizes a traditional curriculum designed to build core competencies in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Burgard Elementary is integrated into the broader Manheim Central school community, which prides itself on a balance between academic rigor and the social-emotional growth of its students. By maintaining close ties with local families and utilizing the resources of the larger district, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to the intermediate and middle school levels.

For more information, contact Burgard El Sch at (717) 665-2209 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.