Serving 234 students in grades 9-12, Burns High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burns High School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burns High School ranks within the top 30% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 740 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns High School's ranking?
Burns High School is ranked #155 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burns High School?
The graduation rate of Burns High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Burns High School?
234 students attend Burns High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Burns High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns High School?
Burns High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns High School offer ?
Burns High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns High School part of?
Burns High School is part of Harney County SD 3 School District.
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