Very Good
#1716 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
Steam Academy @ Burke
Middle School · El Rancho Unified
8101 Orange Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,716 of 9,539
In Pico Rivera
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
El Rancho Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Steam Academy @ Burke
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About Steam Academy @ Burke
Steam Academy @ Burke is a public middle school in Pico Rivera, CA, part of El Rancho Unified. Steam Academy @ Burke serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Steam Academy @ Burke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,716 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Steam Academy @ Burke show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Steam Academy @ Burke runs 23.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Steam Academy @ Burke — Students at Steam Academy @ Burke score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Steam Academy @ Burke Compares
See how Steam Academy @ Burke performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8101 Orange Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steam Academy @ Burke may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lake Center Middle (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe Springs), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Los Nietos Middle (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Nietos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle (rated 6.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Downey), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pico Rivera, see our Pico Rivera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST MARIANNE SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences Pico Rivera | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Pioneer High Whittier | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Los Nietos Middle Los Nietos | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| El Rancho High Pico Rivera | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Gallatin Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| HANGUI YU INC DBA Whittier | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,956
Median Home Value
$621,400
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
60,821
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steam Academy @ Burke
What grades does Steam Academy @ Burke serve?
Steam Academy @ Burke serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Steam Academy @ Burke?
Steam Academy @ Burke has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steam Academy @ Burke?
The student-teacher ratio at Steam Academy @ Burke is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steam Academy @ Burke rank in CA?
Steam Academy @ Burke ranks #1,716 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Steam Academy @ Burke's MySchoolScout rating?
Steam Academy @ Burke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Steam Academy @ Burke?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steam Academy @ Burke has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Steam Academy @ Burke a charter school?
No, Steam Academy @ Burke is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steam Academy @ Burke a Title I school?
No, Steam Academy @ Burke is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steam Academy @ Burke?
83.0% of students at Steam Academy @ Burke 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (562) 801-7590
Resources & Links
District
El Rancho Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,110
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,565
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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