Serving 560 students in grades 7-8, Burley Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burley Junior High School serves the northwest part of Burley, ID, covering an area of approximately 158.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burley Junior High School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'The best of the best go here!'
School Rankings
Burley Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burley Junior High School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
42%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
56%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burley Junior High School's ranking?
Burley Junior High School is ranked #491 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Burley Junior High School?
560 students attend Burley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Burley Junior High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burley Junior High School?
Burley Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burley Junior High School offer ?
Burley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burley Junior High School part of?
Burley Junior High School is part of Cassia County Joint School District.
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