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 1,133 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 14:1 is equal to 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waynesboro, GA, covering approximately 835 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 26.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke County High School's student population of 1,133 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burke County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke County High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1661 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke County High School's ranking?
Burke County High School is ranked #1661 out of 2,192 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, Waynesboro Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 86%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Burke County High School?
1,133 students attend Burke County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Burke County High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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.
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