Serving 1,693 students in grades 9-12, Burke High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burke High School serves the west part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 21.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burke High School's student population of 1,693 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,693 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Burke High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#808 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke High School's ranking?
Burke High School is ranked #808 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Burke High School often compared to?
Burke High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burke High School?
The graduation rate of Burke High School is 85%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Burke High School?
1,693 students attend Burke High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Burke High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke High School?
Burke High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burke High School offer ?
Burke High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke High School part of?
Burke High School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Burke High School located?
Burke High School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is overall a good school I just feel like the need to try a little harder to get some of thestudents under better control
2 10/10/2025
As a parent, I think the problem is not with the teachers... it's with the incorrigible students who are allowed to run wild and not disciplined enough. My son begged to take honors classes (he's an average student) just so he could be away from the disruptive "normal" classrooms and instead surrounded by students who are interested in learning. In my opinion, this school, and all of OPS district, caters to the below-average and low-income students and ignores the kids who behave and come to school to learn. If I could afford private school for my son, he''d already be there.
2 10/10/2025
I could have written the same story as the parent responding on 7-27-12. It is an accurate view of Burke High. I also had a difficult time talking with the counselors about the situation. Their attitude was one of "get over it." My sons experience on the football field was great. Their program is well done. I wish the coaching staff could discipline the students in the "normal" classrooms.
5 10/10/2025
I'm about to graduate, and I will definitely miss this school. The only bad thing was some of the kids here.
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