Best Public Schools in Burke, VA


Summary:

The city of Burke, Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Fairfax County Public Schools district. While the district is ranked 41 out of 130 in Virginia and rated 3 stars, the individual schools in Burke generally outperform the district and state averages.

Cherry Run Elementary stands out as the highest-performing school, ranked 83 out of 1,114 Virginia elementary schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. With consistently high test scores, a low free/reduced lunch rate, and a high per-student spending of $15,003, Cherry Run provides an excellent education for its relatively affluent student population. Terra Centre Elementary also performs well, ranking 201 out of 1,114 and earning a 4-star rating, with strong test scores and a moderate free/reduced lunch rate.

In contrast, Lake Braddock Secondary and White Oaks Elementary serve a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by their higher free/reduced lunch rates. While these schools still perform well, the data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, highlighting the importance of addressing disparities to ensure equitable opportunities for all students in the Burke area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Virginia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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