Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burcham Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burcham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Burcham Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burcham Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burcham Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burcham Elementary School's ranking?
Burcham Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burcham Elementary School often compared to?
Burcham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School, Bixby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Burcham Elementary School?
412 students attend Burcham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Burcham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burcham Elementary School?
Burcham Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burcham Elementary School offer ?
Burcham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burcham Elementary School part of?
Burcham Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Burcham Elementary School located?
Burcham Elementary School is located in the South of Conant neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South of Conant.
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