Serving 685 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Burke Basic School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke Basic School's student population of 685 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burke Basic School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Basic School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1184 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
93%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Basic School's ranking?
Burke Basic School is ranked #1184 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Burke Basic School?
685 students attend Burke Basic School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Burke Basic School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Burke Basic School offer ?
Burke Basic School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke Basic School part of?
Burke Basic School is part of American Basic Schools LLC (79215) School District.
In what neighborhood is Burke Basic School located?
Burke Basic School is located in the Heritage Park Neighborhood neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2018
I attended Burke basic from kindergarten to third grade and LOVED it. Mr. Gaddie was an amazing principal that made it fun to be in school. Some of my best memories are here!
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