Serving 115 students in grades 7-12, Burwell Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burwell Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Burwell, NE, covering approximately 550.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching as far as 29.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burwell Jr-sr High School's student population of 115 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
It is the mission of Burwell Public Schools to provide educational opportunities that promote lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Burwell Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burwell Jr-sr High School is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burwell Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Burwell Jr-sr High School is ranked #414 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burwell Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Burwell Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Burwell Jr-sr High School?
115 students attend Burwell Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Burwell Jr-sr High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burwell Jr-sr High School?
Burwell Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burwell Jr-sr High School offer ?
Burwell Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burwell Jr-sr High School part of?
Burwell Jr-sr High School is part of Burwell School District.
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