Serving 1,019 students in grades 9-12, Burlington High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burlington High School's student population of 1,019 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,019 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1939
School Rankings
Burlington High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington High School's ranking?
Burlington High School is ranked #239 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Burlington High School often compared to?
Burlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Billerica Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlington High School?
The graduation rate of Burlington High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Burlington High School?
1,019 students attend Burlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Burlington High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington High School?
Burlington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burlington High School offer ?
Burlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burlington High School part of?
Burlington High School is part of Burlington School District.
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