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Burke EL

Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD

10111 TERRA OAK, San Antonio, TX 78250

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,071 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#179 of 516

public schools

In district

#36 of 122

NORTHSIDE ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Burke EL

5.9/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northwest Crossing EL

4.1/10

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About Burke EL

Burke EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Burke EL serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Burke EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,071 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Burke EL show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,632
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Burke EL — Students at Burke EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
39.3%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
48%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Burke EL Compares

See how Burke EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in TX
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10111 TERRA OAK, San Antonio, TX 78250

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burke EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELDS EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRAUN STATION EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHWEST CROSSING EL San Antonio 0.4 mi 4.1
KIDS R KIDS NO. 57 LIBERTY FIELD San Antonio 0.7 mi
KNOWLTON EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 3.2
BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio 1.1 mi 4.8
ZACHRY MIDDLE San Antonio 1.2 mi 4.0
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW ACADEMY San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.0
IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 1.3 mi 7.2
SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio 1.4 mi 8.2
FERNANDEZ EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.2
WARD EL San Antonio 1.3 mi 5.7
JEFFERSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.5 mi 5.4
CARSON EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 6.4
KRUEGER EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 7.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio 1.8 mi
STEVENSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.8 mi 5.3
NICHOLS EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 5.9
PINNACLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ALAMO RANCH San Antonio 1.8 mi
BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 7.7
TAFT H S San Antonio 2.0 mi 6.5
FIELDS EL San Antonio 2.2 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,289

Median Home Value

$221,900

Median Rent

$1,470/mo

Population

57,849

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burke EL

What grades does Burke EL serve?

Burke EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Burke EL?

Burke EL has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burke EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Burke EL is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burke EL rank in TX?

Burke EL ranks #5,071 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Burke EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Burke EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Burke EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burke EL has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Burke EL a charter school?

No, Burke EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burke EL a Title I school?

No, Burke EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burke EL?

69.7% of students at Burke EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

NORTHSIDE ISD
District Enrollment
101,095
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,632
District Rank
#36 of 122

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