Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, South Burlington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont 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% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Burlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
South Burlington High School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Burlington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Burlington High School is 0.43, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 281 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
5%
3%
White
75%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Burlington High School's ranking?
South Burlington High School is ranked #59 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are South Burlington High School often compared to?
South Burlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Senior High School, Colchester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Burlington High School?
The graduation rate of South Burlington High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Burlington High School?
887 students attend South Burlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Burlington High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Burlington High School?
South Burlington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Burlington High School offer ?
South Burlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Burlington High School part of?
South Burlington High School is part of South Burlington School District.
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