Serving 1,031 students in grades 9-12, Burley Senior 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 25% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,031 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burley Senior High School serves the northwest part of Burley, ID, covering an area of approximately 158.4 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive of the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burley Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burley Senior High School's student population of 1,031 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,031 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burley Senior 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 Senior High School is 0.52, 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
#608 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
57%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burley Senior High School's ranking?
Burley Senior High School is ranked #608 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burley Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Burley Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Burley Senior High School?
1,031 students attend Burley Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Burley Senior High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burley Senior High School?
Burley Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burley Senior High School offer ?
Burley Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burley Senior High School part of?
Burley Senior High School is part of Cassia County Joint School District.
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