Serving 1,047 students in grades 9-12, Burlington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burlington High School's student population of 1,047 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burlington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1077 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
81%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington High School's ranking?
Burlington High School is ranked #1077 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Burlington High School often compared to?
Burlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlington High School?
The graduation rate of Burlington High School is 87%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burlington High School?
1,047 students attend Burlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Burlington High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlington High School?
Burlington High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burlington High School offer ?
Burlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burlington High School part of?
Burlington High School is part of Burlington Area School District.
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