Serving 948 students in grades 9-12, Burlington Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlington Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Burlington Senior High School's student population of 948 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burlington Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Senior High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 281 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
17%
3%
White
63%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington Senior High School's ranking?
Burlington Senior High School is ranked #64 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Burlington Senior High School often compared to?
Burlington Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winooski High School, South Burlington High School, Colchester High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlington Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Burlington Senior High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Burlington Senior High School?
948 students attend Burlington Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Burlington Senior High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlington Senior High School?
Burlington Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Burlington Senior High School offer ?
Burlington Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burlington Senior High School part of?
Burlington Senior High School is part of Burlington School District.
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