Serving 5 students in grades 6-12, Burns Alternative School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burns Alternative School's student population of 5 students has declined by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burns Alternative School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
60%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burns Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Burns Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burns Alternative School?
5 students attend Burns Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Burns Alternative School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Alternative School?
Burns Alternative School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns Alternative School offer ?
Burns Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns Alternative School part of?
Burns Alternative School is part of Harney County SD 3 School District.
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