Below Average
#8245 of 9,539 schools in CA
Burbank Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
2146 Julian Ave., San Diego, CA 92113
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,245 of 9,539
In San Diego
#255 of 288
public schools
In district
#158 of 174
San Diego Unified
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Burbank Elementary
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About Burbank Elementary
Burbank Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Burbank Elementary serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Burbank Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,245 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Burbank Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Burbank Elementary runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
53% of students at Burbank Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Burbank Elementary — Students at Burbank Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Burbank Elementary Compares
See how Burbank Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2146 Julian Ave., San Diego, CA 92113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burbank Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is King-Chavez Academy of Excellence (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Albert Einstein Academies (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Sherman Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Perkins K-8 San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Kimbrough Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Monarch San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Rodriguez Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| King-Chavez Primary Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| e3 Civic High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Urban Discovery Academy Charter San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| VIA TALENTUM ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Mountain View San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Garfield High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Albert Einstein Academies San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| East Village Middle College High San Diego | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,177
Median Home Value
$559,100
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
49,047
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
28.7%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
32
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| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
| Clifford D. Murray Elementary Azusa, CA | 4.3 |
| Condor Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burbank Elementary
What grades does Burbank Elementary serve?
Burbank Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Burbank Elementary?
Burbank Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burbank Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Burbank Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burbank Elementary rank in CA?
Burbank Elementary ranks #8,245 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Burbank Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Burbank Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Burbank Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burbank Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Burbank Elementary a charter school?
No, Burbank Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burbank Elementary a Title I school?
No, Burbank Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burbank Elementary?
95.0% of students at Burbank Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (619) 652-4500
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #158 of 174
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