In the middle of the Westside neighborhood, you’ll find Burke High School, home of the Bulldogs. This public school serves 372 students and offers public transportation, although many students choose to walk due to its convenient location.
With ideal class sizes at a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, students are given the opportunity to take a hands-on approach to education which gets them ready for graduation. With many local businesses in the area, several graduates decide to stay in Charleston and work in the industries they grew up around.
The high school offers 10 sports throughout the year and stays connected with the neighborhood through events like the Mighty Bulldogs versus Charleston Police Department basketball game. Students also have the opportunity to participate in clubs and other after-school activities, which instills leadership and community involvement.
The Burke Bulldogs have a rich history in Charleston, as the school was established in 1894 by Rev. John L. Dart and continues to serve students today. The school was originally created to help students learn life skills in addition to common core subjects, a mission it continues to fulfill today.
Burke High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
244 President St,
Charleston, SC
Charleston County School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
930
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.16
Graduation Rate
77%
Niche Grade
C
A-
C-
B
A-
A-
B
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.16
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
59
Full Time Teachers
59
Teachers in First or Second Year
11%
College Prep
Average SAT
930
Math
450
Verbal
490
Average ACT
18
Math
17
English
18
Reading
19
Science
17
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
62.4%
State Average
1.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
338:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
Black
93.5%
Two or more races
3.1%
Hispanic
2.3%
White
1.1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
South Carolina State University
99 Students
North Carolina A&T State University
90 Students
Claflin University
84 Students
College of Charleston
76 Students
University of South Carolina
74 Students
Coastal Carolina University
64 Students
Clemson University
59 Students
Winthrop University
54 Students
Francis Marion University
54 Students
University of South Carolina - Upstate
34 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
42 Students
Nursing
33 Students
Biology
25 Students
Psychology
21 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
16 Students
Computer Science
14 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
14 Students
Cosmetology
13 Students
Small Business Management
11 Students
Sport and Fitness Management
10 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/12/2024
Burke High School is full of nothing but thick culture and fun experience's. Being here there are lots of sports, lots of people to connect with and opportunities for a higher education. The only downfall is that there is little parent involvement in the school unless it's alumni.
4/13/2018
I like that Burke is an overall progressive school. I would like to see better disciplinary actions towards the disrespectful individual at this school. My experience over all has been amazing.
7/25/2017
Burke High School is a family-like environment. The teachers encourage all students to try hard and do their best. The classes could be challenging, but our destination is graduation. In Burke, anything could be done, if you believe then you could achieve and that's our school motto.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/19/2018
I actually really like this school. I feel like ethnicity nor income should downgrade a school. This is my first year attending Burke High School. No, I am not 'Black'. Yes, there are some disrespectful children at this school but their are also intelligent children like myself with high GPA's. atte...
5/12/2009
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Westside
List Price Range
$213K - $597K
Homes For Sale
8
Average Home Value
$877,100
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
74%
Household Income
$80,145
% of College Grads
41.7%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
1,482 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
68.9%
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Homes for Rent
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$2,374 - $3,819 per month
- Atlantic on Romney
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 466+ Sq Ft
- 55 Romney St
- Charleston, SC
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 4th to 12th
- Private
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Elliotborough Park and Community Garden
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Stoney Field
- Football
Harmon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Brittlebank Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Mitchell Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Hampton Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Joseph P. Riley Park Jr. Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Concessions
- Parking Lot
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