Burkburnett High School is a public high school located in the city of Burkburnett, Texas, United States, and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Burkburnett Independent School District located in northern Wichita County. In 2015, the school was rated "met standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 901 students in grades 9-12, Burkburnett High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burkburnett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burkburnett High School's student population of 901 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
901 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The Bulldog Way
School Rankings
Burkburnett 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 Burkburnett High School is 0.53, 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
#5713 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
66%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burkburnett High School's ranking?
Burkburnett High School is ranked #5713 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burkburnett High School often compared to?
Burkburnett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iowa Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burkburnett High School?
The graduation rate of Burkburnett High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Burkburnett High School?
901 students attend Burkburnett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Burkburnett High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burkburnett High School?
Burkburnett High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burkburnett High School offer ?
Burkburnett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burkburnett High School part of?
Burkburnett High School is part of Burkburnett Independent School District.
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