Burrillville High School

425 East Avenue
Harrisville, RI 02830
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 634 students in grades 9-12, Burrillville High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 634 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in RI)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : Burrillville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrisville, RI, covering approximately 57.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Burrillville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Burrillville High School's student population of 634 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

School Rankings

Burrillville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrillville High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (RI)
#85 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

35-39%
29%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

45-49%
33%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
1%
3%

Showing 2013–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Hispanic
5%
31%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Black
1%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data

White
89%
50%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
4%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
11%
0.21

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

85-89%
84.1%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
23.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burrillville High School's ranking?
Burrillville High School is ranked #85 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Burrillville High School often compared to?
Burrillville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Smitfield High School, Ponaganset High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burrillville High School?
The graduation rate of Burrillville High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Burrillville High School?
634 students attend Burrillville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Burrillville High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burrillville High School?
Burrillville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrillville High School offer ?
Burrillville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burrillville High School part of?
Burrillville High School is part of Burrillville School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 634 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : Burrillville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrisville, RI, covering approximately 57.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

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