Burke County High School is a public high school located in Waynesboro, Georgia, United States. The school is part of the Burke County School District, which serves Burke County. In 2011, the Burke County Bears football team won the 3A state championship.
Serving 1,137 students in grades 9-12, Burke County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burke County High School's student population of 1,137 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Rankings
Burke County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke County High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1539 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
65%
36%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke County High School's ranking?
Burke County High School is ranked #1539 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Burke County High School often compared to?
Burke County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burke County High School?
The graduation rate of Burke County High School is 85%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burke County High School?
1,137 students attend Burke County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Burke County High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burke County High School?
Burke County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burke County High School offer ?
Burke County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke County High School part of?
Burke County High School is part of Burke County School District.
School Calendar
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