Burlington-Edison High School is a public high school in Burlington, Washington. It serves students in grades 9–12 in the Burlington-Edison School District, including the communities of Burlington, Bow, Edison, and Alger. The current administration is made up of principal Alejandro Vergara.
Serving 1,047 students in grades 9-12, Burlington Edison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burlington Edison High School's student population of 1,047 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,047 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1943
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Burlington Edison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlington Edison High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1394 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
49%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Burlington-Edison School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlington Edison High School's ranking?
Burlington Edison High School is ranked #1394 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Burlington Edison High School often compared to?
Burlington Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Vernon High School, Anacortes High School, Sedro Woolley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlington Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Burlington Edison High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burlington Edison High School?
1,047 students attend Burlington Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Burlington Edison High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burlington Edison High School?
Burlington Edison High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burlington Edison High School offer ?
Burlington Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burlington Edison High School part of?
Burlington Edison High School is part of Burlington-Edison School District.
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