Serving 69 students in grades 7-12, Burrton Middle School High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burrton Middle School High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burrton Middle School High School's student population of 69 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Burrton Middle School High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrton Middle School High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1006 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burrton Middle School High School's ranking?
Burrton Middle School High School is ranked #1006 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burrton Middle School High School?
The graduation rate of Burrton Middle School High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Burrton Middle School High School?
69 students attend Burrton Middle School High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Burrton Middle School High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burrton Middle School High School?
Burrton Middle School High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrton Middle School High School offer ?
Burrton Middle School High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burrton Middle School High School part of?
Burrton Middle School High School is part of Burrton School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Senior's Last Day
May 14, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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