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
1160
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
19%
Reading Proficiency
51%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
19%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
40
Full Time Teachers
40
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
580
Verbal
580
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
27
Reading
29
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

4
Test Scores
3
Equity
7
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
296:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
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 106 Students
Slippery Rock University 91 Students
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 76 Students
Duquesne University 72 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 53 Students
Robert Morris University - Pennsylvania 53 Students
Penn State New Kensington 38 Students
Point Park University 33 Students
Seton Hill University 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 45 Students
Business 42 Students
Biology 42 Students
Psychology 32 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Computer Science 18 Students
Engineering 16 Students
Pre-Law Studies 16 Students
Physician Assistant 15 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 111 Reviews
4.0 Alum
1/9/2025
I would say I had a pretty good high school experience. I have now realized that I was not prepared as much as I would have liked to have been for college academically. However, I got a lot of opportunities in the STEM field through my high school which ultimately helped me find my career goal.
5.0 Senior
11/9/2022
My school has been supportive in accomodating my needs. The school has worked with me and my parents to make sure I continue to excel in my classes. There are also many activities and volunteer options that i participate to help me become a better leader.
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 19% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% 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 1160 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $232,901. 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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