Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Burnett Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Burnett Middle School's student population of 592 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnett Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3274 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnett Middle School's ranking?
Burnett Middle School is ranked #3274 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Burnett Middle School often compared to?
Burnett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jennings Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Burnett Middle School?
592 students attend Burnett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Burnett Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnett Middle School?
Burnett Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burnett Middle School offer ?
Burnett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnett Middle School part of?
Burnett Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Burnett Middle School located?
Burnett Middle School is located in the Seffner Community Alliance neighborhood of Seffner, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Seffner Community Alliance.
School Reviews
5 12/7/2015
love this school there is tones of things to do here includeing school dance, boys, makeing friends n more :)
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