Luther Burbank High School is a high school in San Antonio, Texas in the San Antonio Independent School District. During 2022–2023, Burbank High School had an enrollment of 1,319 students and a student to teacher ratio of 14.48.
Serving 1,314 students in grades 9-12, Burbank 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 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burbank High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burbank High School's student population of 1,314 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Rankings
Burbank High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burbank High School is 0.04, 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
#8055 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burbank High School's ranking?
Burbank High School is ranked #8055 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Burbank High School often compared to?
Burbank High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brackenridge High School, Alamo Heights High School, Brennan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burbank High School?
The graduation rate of Burbank High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Burbank High School?
1,314 students attend Burbank High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Burbank High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burbank High School?
Burbank High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burbank High School offer ?
Burbank High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burbank High School part of?
Burbank High School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Burbank High School located?
Burbank High School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Englewood.
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