Serving 43 students in grades 7-12, Burke Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lignite, ND, encompassing approximately 401 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke Central High School's student population of 43 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burke Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke Central High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
5%
5%
White
74%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bc Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Central High School's ranking?
Burke Central High School is ranked #251 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Burke Central High School often compared to?
Burke Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powers Lake 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 39% ND state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burke Central High School?
The graduation rate of Burke Central High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burke Central High School?
43 students attend Burke Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Burke Central High School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Central High School?
Burke Central High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Burke Central High School offer ?
Burke Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burke Central High School part of?
Burke Central High School is part of Burke Central 36 School District.
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