For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 139 students in Burden, KS.
The top-ranked public high school in Burden, KS is Central Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burden, KS public high school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Burden have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Burden, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Kansas average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Jr-sr High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Burden, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Jr-sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Main
Burden, KS 67019
(620) 438-2215
Burden, KS 67019
(620) 438-2215
Gr: 7-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Burden, KS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Burden, KS include Central Jr-sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in Burden?
1 public high schools are located in Burden.
What is the racial composition of students in Burden?
Burden public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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