Best Schools in Burney, California
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Burney by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Burney Junior-senior High
High · Fall River Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Burney Elementary
Elementary · Fall River Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$227,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$227,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Burney schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Burney
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burney Junior-senior High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Burney Elementary | 3.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $52,065
- Median home value
- $227,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Burney compares
Median household income
$52k
52% of California median
About Schools in Burney, California
Burney, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Burney show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Burney is Burney Junior-senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Burney is served by 1 school district: Fall River Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,160 students.
Burney's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,065. The poverty rate in the area is 15.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 346 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 246 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 15 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 3 | 14 students · 7th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Burney
Burney, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,065
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$936/mo
Population
3,929
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
63%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Community Profile
Burney has a median household income of $52,065. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $227,600, with a median rent of $936/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Burney, California
How many schools are in Burney, California?
Burney has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Burney, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Burney is 4.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Burney, California?
The top-ranked school in Burney on MySchoolScout is Burney Junior-senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Burney, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Burney on MySchoolScout is Burney Elementary with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in Burney, California?
The top-ranked high school in Burney on MySchoolScout is Burney Junior-senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Burney, California?
Burney is served by 1 school district: Fall River Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Burney, California?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Burney have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Burney, California?
The median household income in Burney is approximately $52,065 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Burney, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Burney is 16.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Burney, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.