Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bursch Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bursch Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Campus Size
10
School Motto
'Home of the Bluejays!'
School Rankings
Bursch Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bursch Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4787 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bursch Elementary School's ranking?
Bursch Elementary School is ranked #4787 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bursch Elementary School often compared to?
Bursch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bursch Elementary School?
352 students attend Bursch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bursch Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 19% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bursch Elementary School?
Bursch Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bursch Elementary School offer ?
Bursch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bursch Elementary School part of?
Bursch Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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