For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 921 students in Burlington, VT.
The top-ranked public high school in Burlington, VT is Burlington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burlington, VT public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Vermont public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Burlington have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Vermont public high schools.
Burlington, VT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is more than the Vermont average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Burlington High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Vermont or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Vermont public high school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Burlington, VT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burlington High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
52 Institute Road
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 864-8411
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 864-8411
Gr: 9-12 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Burlington Technical Center
Vocational School
52 Institute Road
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 864-8426
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 864-8426
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Burlington, VT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Burlington, VT include Burlington High School.
How many public high schools are located in Burlington?
2 public high schools are located in Burlington.
What is the racial composition of students in Burlington?
Burlington public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Vermont public high schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Burlington are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Burlington include: Burlington Technical Center vs. Burlington High School
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