Burrell High School

Burrell High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1021 Puckety Church Rd,  Lower Burrell, PA
Burrell School District
3.6
3.7
574 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
82%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
82%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
40
Full Time Teachers
40
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
580
Verbal
580
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
100%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

3
Test Scores
3
Equity
9
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
296:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
White
91.4%
Two or more races
5%
Black
1.9%
Hispanic
1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

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.
University of Pittsburgh 126 Students
Penn State 105 Students
Slippery Rock University 91 Students
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 76 Students
Duquesne University 69 Students
Robert Morris University - Pennsylvania 54 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 53 Students
Penn State New Kensington 40 Students
Point Park University 33 Students
Seton Hill University 30 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 42 Students
Biology 42 Students
Nursing 41 Students
Psychology 30 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Computer Science 17 Students
Engineering 17 Students
Physician Assistant 16 Students
Pre-Law Studies 15 Students
Chemistry 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 125 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/9/2023
Burrell High School is an inclusive school that provides a good education. As a senior at Burrell, I am happy to say that my overall experience has been good.
4.0 Senior
9/2/2022
I love most of the teachers at Burrell and the way they connect with the students. A lot of them feel like friends and treat us with respect and kindness. However, there is not a lot of diversity with the activities/clubs in the high school. They also only offer Spanish and French as language courses; I think they should have a few more options for the students. Overall, most of the students are nice enough, but there could be more diversity all around.
3.0 Senior
3/29/2022
The teachers all really try to create a good environment and help every student they can. They know when some students are having a bad day and try to help in any way they can. A lot of the students are also very focused and driven, but there are a good amount who discriminate against others. I am part of the LGBTQ+ community, and most of the time I feel safe, but there have been times where it's not an overall good environment for people like me.
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3.7 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/8/2012
Great school - good academics, tons of AP courses starting in 8th grade, opportunities to take college classes at Penn State New Kensington, tons of technology, & a well trained staff. The small community seems very supportive of the students and goes above and beyond to help them achieve. Recent gr...
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5.0 parent
2/17/2012
As a local realtor with 2 children attending schools in the district I am continuously impressed with Burrell. Their new superintendent is very active and progressive; the kids are great and are provided with tons of opportunities. Because of its smaller size, every student has a chance to participa...
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5.0 parent
1/7/2011
Excellent teachers, wide variety of AP classes, partnership with Penn State New Kensington gives students a unique opportunity to get college courses throughout high school - we have been impressed. Graduates end up at top notch universities.
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1.0 parent
9/15/2010
In two years Burrell has been reviewed 4 times, yet the two 5 star reviews are on the same day, which is suspect. If you look at the other two reviews they both talk about the sports at Burrell, and those are what ring most true to me. My son had an awful time at the school socially due to his lack...
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Burrell High School

Burrell High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lower Burrell, PA, in the Lower Burrell neighborhood, and is served by the Burrell School District in Pennsylvania. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 574 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 82% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Burrell High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $239,600. Discover additional schools in the area, like Valley Junior-Senior High School, Charles A Huston Middle School, Mary Queen of Apostles School, and more. Learn more about what Lower Burrell has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Burrell High School.

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