Burleson High School is a four-year public high school consisting of grades 9–12 located in Burleson, in the U.S. state of Texas, and is part of the Burleson Independent School District.
Serving 1,782 students in grades 9-12, Burleson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burleson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burleson High School's student population of 1,782 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
Campus Size
30
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Mascot
Elk
School Rankings
Burleson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burleson High School is 0.62, 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
#4475 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Elk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burleson High School's ranking?
Burleson High School is ranked #4475 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burleson High School often compared to?
Burleson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joshua High School, Burleson Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burleson High School?
The graduation rate of Burleson High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Burleson High School?
1,782 students attend Burleson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Burleson High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burleson High School?
Burleson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burleson High School offer ?
Burleson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burleson High School part of?
Burleson High School is part of Burleson Independent School District.
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