Serving 1,192 students in grades 6-8, Burns Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Burns Middle School's student population of 1,192 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burns Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Middle School is 0.69, which is less 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
#1016 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Burns Middle School's ranking?
Burns Middle School is ranked #1016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Burns Middle School often compared to?
Burns Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mulrennan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Burns Middle School?
1,192 students attend Burns Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Burns Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Middle School?
Burns Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns Middle School offer ?
Burns Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns Middle School part of?
Burns Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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