Burbank High School

Burbank High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
1002 Edwards,  San Antonio, TX
3.6
5.0
1,314 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Miguel Elizondo
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
21%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C+
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
3.53
Reading Proficiency
21%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
92
Full Time Teachers
92
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
500
Verbal
510
Average ACT
20
Math
19
English
19
Reading
21
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
15.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
2%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
321:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Hispanic
98%
White
1.2%
Black
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Texas at San Antonio 244 Students
University of the Incarnate Word 243 Students
University of Texas - Austin 228 Students
Texas A&M University 204 Students
Texas State University 187 Students
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi 131 Students
Baylor University 123 Students
Rice University 107 Students
Texas A&M University-San Antonio 104 Students
Palo Alto College 100 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 71 Students
Psychology 62 Students
Business 56 Students
Biology 48 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 37 Students
Criminology 35 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 33 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 29 Students
Education 25 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 236 Reviews
3.0 Senior
6/7/2025
It has been a negative experience for me . Starting with drama in freshman year and the school doing nothing about it,and the boy I had drama with continued to harass me in sophomore year.
4.0 Senior
8/4/2024
Attending this high school has been a great experience for my learning journey, with awesome teachers who are passionate about what they teach and willing to help any kid who's struggling.
4.0 Senior
2/27/2024
As a student attending Burbank High School it has been a great experience. I have attended Burbank all 4 years of my high school career. The staff and administration is very helpful and there are many resources to help you be college ready. There are many opportunities to be great and have a successful career and future here at Burbank. There are many clubs and groups and programs for anything you might find interesting or any of your hobbies or to per-sue a career in.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/5/2015
Burbank was a good school for my daughter, who graduated this past year. I feel my daughter received a good education, and more importantly she had excellent teachers that taught her to believe on herself and her dreams. She is now attending college and doing great on her first semester..
5.0 other
11/5/2015
One of the best school in san antonio, might not have the greatest scores, but teachers do care for the students.
5.0 parent
3/18/2010
Burbank is a great school and it is one of thegreatest in the south. It houses the brightest smartest student. There magnet program are excellent IB, prepares students for higher education to compete in prestigious colleges around the world.
5.0 student
12/11/2009

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Burbank High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 in San Antonio, TX and is served by the San Antonio Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,314 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 21% are proficient in reading. Burbank High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1020 and an ACT score of 20. The average home value in this area is $161,851. Discover additional schools in the area, like Por Vida Academy Charter High School, KIPP University Prep High School, LEARN4LIFE, and more. Learn more about what San Antonio has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Burbank High School.

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