Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)'s student population of 291 students has grown by 238% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 850% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) is 0.57, 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
#4110 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
60%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)'s ranking?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) is ranked #4110 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) often compared to?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)is often viewed alongside schools like Burbank High School, Burroughs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)?
The graduation rate of Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)?
291 students attend Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila)?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) offer ?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) part of?
Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (Buila) is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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