Serving 1,030 students in grades 6-8, Luther Burbank Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Luther Burbank Middle serves the west part of Burbank, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther Burbank Middle School's student population of 1,030 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,030 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther Burbank Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Burbank Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3293 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Burbank Middle School's ranking?
Luther Burbank Middle School is ranked #3293 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Luther Burbank Middle School often compared to?
Luther Burbank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Middle School, Dolores Huerta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Luther Burbank Middle School?
1,030 students attend Luther Burbank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Luther Burbank Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther Burbank Middle School?
Luther Burbank Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Luther Burbank Middle School offer ?
Luther Burbank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Luther Burbank Middle School part of?
Luther Burbank Middle School is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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