Serving 510 students in grades 2-4, Burke/memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke/memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burke/memorial Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Burke/memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke/memorial Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
79%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke/memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Burke/memorial Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Burke/memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Burke/memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John D Mc Govern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Burke/memorial Elementary School?
510 students attend Burke/memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Burke/memorial Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burke/memorial Elementary School?
Burke/memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burke/memorial Elementary School offer ?
Burke/memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burke/memorial Elementary School part of?
Burke/memorial Elementary School is part of Medway School District.
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