Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Burnett Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burnett Middle School serves the northern part of Seffner, FL, covering an area of approximately 26.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burnett Middle School's student population of 636 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnett Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3274 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnett Middle School's ranking?
Burnett Middle School is ranked #3274 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Burnett Middle School often compared to?
Burnett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jennings Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Burnett Middle School?
636 students attend Burnett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Burnett Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnett Middle School?
Burnett Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burnett Middle School offer ?
Burnett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnett Middle School part of?
Burnett Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Burnett Middle School located?
Burnett Middle School is located in the Seffner Community Alliance neighborhood of Seffner, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Seffner Community Alliance.
School Reviews
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