Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Burley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burley Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burley Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#235 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burley Elementary School's ranking?
Burley Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Burley Elementary School?
499 students attend Burley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Burley Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burley Elementary School?
Burley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burley Elementary School offer ?
Burley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Burley Elementary School part of?
Burley Elementary School is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Burley Elementary School located?
Burley Elementary School is located in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View.
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