Serving 875 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burleigh Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burleigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Burleigh Elementary School's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burleigh Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burleigh Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 1984 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
4%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
3%
9%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burleigh Elementary School's ranking?
Burleigh Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Burleigh Elementary School often compared to?
Burleigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Burleigh Elementary School?
875 students attend Burleigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Burleigh Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burleigh Elementary School?
Burleigh Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burleigh Elementary School offer ?
Burleigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burleigh Elementary School part of?
Burleigh Elementary School is part of Elmbrook School District.
In what neighborhood is Burleigh Elementary School located?
Burleigh Elementary School is located in the Sky Cliff neighborhood of Brookfield, WI.
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