Serving 821 students in grades 6-8, Burnet Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burnet Middle School serves the northeast part of Austin, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnet Middle School's student population of 821 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Sailors!
School Rankings
Burnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnet Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7945 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnet Middle School's ranking?
Burnet Middle School is ranked #7945 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Burnet Middle School?
821 students attend Burnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Burnet Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnet Middle School?
Burnet Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnet Middle School offer ?
Burnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Burnet Middle School part of?
Burnet Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burnet Middle School located?
Burnet Middle School is located in the Wooten neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Wooten.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school has alot of education and alot of fun stuff like, AVID,french class, homework harbor, afterschool tutoring, gardening club, scrap booking, hip-hop and rap dance lessons, office aides, alot of school dances(with DJ), cool people, cool teachers, and a whole lot more to discover.
2 10/10/2025
"Burnet Middle School embraces our multicultural community of students, parents, and educators"...nothing multicultural about Burnet. Mostly Hispanic students and faculty. I would fear for my child's safety if they went to school at Burnet Middle School.
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