Luther Burbank High School is a high school in San Antonio, Texas in the San Antonio Independent School District. During 2022–2023, Burbank High School had an enrollment of 1,319 students and a student to teacher ratio of 14.48.
Serving 1,405 students in grades 9-12, Burbank High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burbank High School serves the southwest area of San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 4.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically live about 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burbank High School's student population of 1,405 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
We expect excellence.
School Rankings
Burbank High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7919 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank High School's ranking?
Burbank High School is ranked #7919 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burbank High School often compared to?
Burbank High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brackenridge High School, Alamo Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burbank High School?
The graduation rate of Burbank High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Burbank High School?
1,405 students attend Burbank High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Burbank High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burbank High School?
Burbank High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burbank High School offer ?
Burbank High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burbank High School part of?
Burbank High School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burbank High School located?
Burbank High School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Englewood.
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