Burnt River School is a public K–12 school in Unity, Oregon, United States. It is the only school in the Burnt River School District.
Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Burnt River School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnt River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burnt River School's student population of 46 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Burnt River School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnt River School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bull
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnt River School's ranking?
Burnt River School is ranked #269 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Burnt River School often compared to?
Burnt River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butte Falls Charter School, Bethany Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burnt River School?
The graduation rate of Burnt River School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Burnt River School?
46 students attend Burnt River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Burnt River School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnt River School?
Burnt River School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burnt River School offer ?
Burnt River School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burnt River School part of?
Burnt River School is part of Burnt River SD 30j School District.
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