Burcham Elementary

School Overview
Burcham Elementary School, located in the residential community of East Long Beach, is a well-regarded public school serving students in grades K–5 as part of the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD). The school is known for its strong emphasis on creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, fostering a close-knit feel that encourages active participation from both students and families. With a focus on academic rigor, the curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing students with a well-rounded education that incorporates essential foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development.

Beyond the classroom, Burcham Elementary is highly valued for its dedicated staff and supportive parent community, which frequently collaborate to enhance the educational experience through school events and volunteer opportunities. The school prioritizes the development of the "whole child," often integrating extracurricular activities and character-building programs to help students grow into responsible and engaged citizens. Situated in a quiet, suburban neighborhood, Burcham maintains a reputation for being a stable and high-performing school that prepares its students for a smooth transition into middle school within the district.
412
Total Students
15.5
Full-Time Teachers
26.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Burcham Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White118
Hispanic191
Black28
Asian30
Two or More39
American Indian2
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    191 (46.5%)
  • White
    118 (28.7%)
  • Two or More
    39 (9.5%)
  • Asian
    30 (7.3%)
  • Black
    28 (6.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
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: Long Beach Unified
Phone: (562)420-2685
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 412
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 15.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 121
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 117
Grade 1 57
Grade 2 50
Grade 3 61
Grade 4 65
Grade 5 62

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Burcham Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten117
Grade 157
Grade 250
Grade 361
Grade 465
Grade 562
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Burcham Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17843.2%
Male23356.6%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)