Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles M. Burke Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles M. Burke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Charles M. Burke Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
Charles M Burke Elementary will foster student growth through academic, social, and emotional learning in a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
School Rankings
Charles M. Burke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles M. Burke Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#455 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
26%
42%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles M. Burke Elementary School's ranking?
Charles M. Burke Elementary School is ranked #455 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Charles M. Burke Elementary School often compared to?
Charles M. Burke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Bayou Elementary School, Judice Middle School, Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Charles M. Burke Elementary School?
564 students attend Charles M. Burke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Charles M. Burke Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles M. Burke Elementary School?
Charles M. Burke Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles M. Burke Elementary School offer ?
Charles M. Burke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles M. Burke Elementary School part of?
Charles M. Burke Elementary School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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