Serving 187 students in grades 7-12, Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California 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 California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila)'s student population of 187 students has grown by 117% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
61%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila)'s ranking?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) is ranked #715 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) often compared to?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila)is often viewed alongside schools like Burbank High School, Burroughs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila)?
The graduation rate of Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila)?
187 students attend Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila)?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) offer ?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) part of?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning (Buila) is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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