School Overview
Burroughs Elementary, located in the Sunnyside area of Fresno, California, serves as a central hub for its surrounding community within the Fresno Unified School District. The school is committed to providing a foundational education for students in transitional kindergarten through sixth grade. Its mission focuses on cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes academic growth, literacy, and the development of essential life skills. By fostering strong partnerships between educators, families, and the community, Burroughs strives to prepare its diverse student body for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core curriculum, Burroughs Elementary places a significant emphasis on creating a positive school culture where students feel encouraged and valued. The campus facilities support a variety of student learning needs, and the school faculty focuses on implementing instructional strategies that meet the academic and social-emotional requirements of their pupils. As a neighborhood school, it serves as an important resource for the residents of the 93702 zip code, maintaining a focus on student achievement and character development to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe and structured learning environment.
674
Total Students
35.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Burroughs Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic620
Black10
Asian28
Two or More3
American Indian2
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    620 (92.0%)
  • Asian
    28 (4.2%)
  • Black
    10 (1.5%)
  • White
    8 (1.2%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Fresno Unified
Phone: (559)253-6430
Website: http://go.fresnou.org/burroughs
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 674
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 499
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 125
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 119
Grade 1 99
Grade 2 91
Grade 3 109
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 89
Grade 6 90

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Burroughs Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten119
Grade 199
Grade 291
Grade 3109
Grade 477
Grade 589
Grade 690
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Burroughs Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32247.8%
Male35252.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)