Serving 966 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Burns Science And Technology Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Science And Technology Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burns Science And Technology Charter School's student population of 966 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 137% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burns Science And Technology Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Science And Technology Charter School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#649 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
88%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Science And Technology Charter School's ranking?
Burns Science And Technology Charter School is ranked #649 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Burns Science And Technology Charter School often compared to?
Burns Science And Technology Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Burns Science And Technology Charter School?
966 students attend Burns Science And Technology Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burns Science And Technology Charter School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Science And Technology Charter School?
Burns Science And Technology Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns Science And Technology Charter School offer ?
Burns Science And Technology Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Burns Science And Technology Charter School part of?
Burns Science And Technology Charter School is part of Volusia School District.
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