Serving 650 students in grades 9-12, Burrillville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burrillville High School's student population of 650 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Burrillville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrillville High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
88%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burrillville High School's ranking?
Burrillville High School is ranked #103 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Burrillville High School often compared to?
Burrillville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponaganset High School, North Smitfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burrillville High School?
The graduation rate of Burrillville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Burrillville High School?
650 students attend Burrillville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Burrillville High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burrillville High School?
Burrillville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrillville High School offer ?
Burrillville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burrillville High School part of?
Burrillville High School is part of Burrillville School District.
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