Serving 579 students in grades 9-12, Burrell High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burrell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burrell High School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burrell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrell High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burrell High School's ranking?
Burrell High School is ranked #376 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Burrell High School often compared to?
Burrell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Jr. Sr. High School, Derry Area Sr. High School, Franklin Regional Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burrell High School?
The graduation rate of Burrell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burrell High School?
579 students attend Burrell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Burrell High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burrell High School?
Burrell High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrell High School offer ?
Burrell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burrell High School part of?
Burrell High School is part of Burrell School District.
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