Burnet High School is a public high school located in Burnet, Texas, USA, and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District located in central Burnet County. For the 2021-2022 school year, the school was given a "B" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 946 students in grades 9-12, Burnet 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Burnet High School's student population of 946 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
946 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Colors
Kelly green & white
School Calendar
School Motto
Spirit, Pride, and Honor
School Rankings
Burnet 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 Burnet High School is 0.52, 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
#4934 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
61%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Burnet CISD School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnet High School's ranking?
Burnet High School is ranked #4934 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burnet High School often compared to?
Burnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marble Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burnet High School?
The graduation rate of Burnet High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Burnet High School?
946 students attend Burnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burnet High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnet High School?
Burnet High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burnet High School offer ?
Burnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burnet High School part of?
Burnet High School is part of Burnet CISD School District.
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