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
950
Average ACT Score
18
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Average GPA
3.2
Graduation Rate
77%
Niche Grade
C
A-
C-
B
A-
A-
B
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.2
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Reading Proficiency
44%
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Math Proficiency
30%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
62
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Full Time Teachers
62
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Teachers in First or Second Year
11%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
950
Math
460
Verbal
490
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Average ACT
18
Math
18
English
18
Reading
19
Science
19
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Number of AP Courses
5
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AP Pass Rate
0%
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AP Math Enrollment
Low
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AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
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Other AP Enrollment
Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
338:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
50.6%
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Female
49.4%
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Black
93.6%
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Hispanic
2.9%
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Two or more races
2%
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White
1.5%
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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
94 Students
North Carolina A&T State University
93 Students
University of South Carolina
80 Students
College of Charleston
77 Students
Claflin University
75 Students
Francis Marion University
59 Students
Coastal Carolina University
57 Students
Winthrop University
53 Students
Clemson University
48 Students
Trident Technical College
43 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
40 Students
Nursing
35 Students
Biology
27 Students
Psychology
23 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
15 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
13 Students
Small Business Management
13 Students
Cosmetology
13 Students
Computer Science
11 Students
Real Estate
11 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/9/2024
my experience with burke high school wasn't so had i had a good time there through my 4 years there.
6/21/2020
I love my school. One of the oldest schools in charleston County, my teachers are really preparing me for higher learning
4/3/2019
I enjoyed my 4 years at Burke, We have one of the most outstanding bands, and the teachers have prepared me for college.
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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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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% Renters
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
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Median Age
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Average House Size
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% Commercial Property
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Parks in this Area
Elliotborough Park and Community Garden
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Stoney Field
- Football
Harmon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
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Brittlebank Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Mitchell Playground
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Joseph P. Riley Park Jr. Park
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Burke High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Charleston, SC and is served by the Charleston County School District in South Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 355 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Burke High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.2, the graduation rate is 77%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 950 and an ACT score of 18. The average home value in this area is $886,967. Discover additional schools in the area, like Military Magnet Academy, Harvest Time International Academy, Ashley Hall School, and more. Learn more about what Charleston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Burke High School.