Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert J. Burch Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert J. Burch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert J. Burch Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#543 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
52%
36%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J. Burch Elementary School's ranking?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Robert J. Burch Elementary School often compared to?
Robert J. Burch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crabapple Lane Elementary School, North Fayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Burch Elementary School?
563 students attend Robert J. Burch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Robert J. Burch Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert J. Burch Elementary School?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert J. Burch Elementary School offer ?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert J. Burch Elementary School part of?
Robert J. Burch Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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