Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Burke High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Burke High School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burke High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burke High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
95%
31%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke High School's ranking?
Burke High School is ranked #220 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Burke High School often compared to?
Burke High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wando High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burke High School?
The graduation rate of Burke High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burke High School?
359 students attend Burke High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Burke High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burke High School?
Burke High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burke High School offer ?
Burke High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke High School part of?
Burke High School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Burke High School located?
Burke High School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside.
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