Serving 815 students in grades 9-12, South Burlington High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 5% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Burlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
South Burlington High School's student population of 815 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
South Burlington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Burlington High School is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
5%
3%
White
74%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Burlington High School's ranking?
South Burlington High School is ranked #106 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are South Burlington High School often compared to?
South Burlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington High School, Colchester High School, Essex High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Burlington High School?
The graduation rate of South Burlington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Burlington High School?
815 students attend South Burlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of South Burlington High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Burlington High School?
South Burlington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Burlington High School offer ?
South Burlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Burlington High School part of?
South Burlington High School is part of South Burlington School District.
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