Serving 501 students in grades 7-8, Lee Burneson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Burneson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Westlake, OH school district, covering approximately 15.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Burneson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lee Burneson Middle School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Educate for Excellence
School Rankings
Lee Burneson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Burneson Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
75%
65%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Burneson Middle School's ranking?
Lee Burneson Middle School is ranked #360 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lee Burneson Middle School?
501 students attend Lee Burneson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lee Burneson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Burneson Middle School?
Lee Burneson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lee Burneson Middle School offer ?
Lee Burneson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Burneson Middle School part of?
Lee Burneson Middle School is part of Westlake City School District.
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