Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Burr Oak High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burr Oak High School's student population of 85 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Burr Oak High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Oak High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2255 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Burr Oak Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Oak High School's ranking?
Burr Oak High School is ranked #2255 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burr Oak High School?
The graduation rate of Burr Oak High School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Burr Oak High School?
85 students attend Burr Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Burr Oak High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burr Oak High School?
Burr Oak High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Burr Oak High School offer ?
Burr Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burr Oak High School part of?
Burr Oak High School is part of Burr Oak Community School District.
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