Serving 2,447 students in grades 9-12, Burbank High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burbank High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burbank High School's student population of 2,447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burbank High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2091 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank High School's ranking?
Burbank High School is ranked #2091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burbank High School often compared to?
Burbank High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burroughs High School, Herbert Hoover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burbank High School?
The graduation rate of Burbank High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burbank High School?
2,447 students attend Burbank High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Burbank High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burbank High School?
Burbank High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Burbank High School offer ?
Burbank High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burbank High School part of?
Burbank High School is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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