Serving 1,412 students in grades 6-8, Burbank Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Burbank Middle serves the northern part of Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burbank Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burbank Middle School's student population of 1,412 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burbank Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank Middle School is 0.15, 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
#2344 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Yellow, or Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank Middle School's ranking?
Burbank Middle School is ranked #2344 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burbank Middle School often compared to?
Burbank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Middle School, Helms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burbank Middle School?
1,412 students attend Burbank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Burbank Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burbank Middle School?
Burbank Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burbank Middle School offer ?
Burbank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Burbank Middle School part of?
Burbank Middle School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burbank Middle School located?
Burbank Middle School is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Northside And Northline.
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