BURKE JR. HIGH - 04

Burke Jr. High - 04 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Burke School District 26-2 school district, located in Burke, SD with about 36 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 3 teachers, Burke Jr. High - 04 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 Jr. High, located at 900 Washington St in Burke, South Dakota, serves as a key educational component of the Burke School District. As a smaller junior high institution, it focuses on providing a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of early adolescent students. The school is committed to fostering academic growth while preparing students for the transition to high school, emphasizing core curriculum subjects and the essential skills needed for continued educational success.

As part of the Burke School District, the school maintains a strong connection to the local community, promoting values of citizenship, responsibility, and personal achievement. The staff works to provide a balanced educational experience that often includes extracurricular opportunities, allowing students to explore their interests and build character outside of the traditional classroom setting. For more detailed information regarding their specific academic programs, calendar, or district initiatives, you can visit their official website at http://www.burke.k12.sd.us.

For more information, contact Burke Jr. High - 04 at (605) 775-2645 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.