4.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Burley, Idaho

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 8

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 4.6/10

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Elementary · Cassia County Joint District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Burley for 2026 are John V Evans Elementary (7.6/10), Dworshak Elementary School (5.7/10), and Burley Junior High School (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in Burley

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	John V Evans Elementary	7.6 / 10	Elementary	—	76th
2	Dworshak Elementary School	5.7 / 10	Elementary	—	38th
3	Burley Junior High School	4.8 / 10	Middle	—	23th
4	White Pine Elementary	4.6 / 10	Elementary	—	20th
5	Burley Senior High School	4.3 / 10	High	—	15th
6	Mini-cassia Online Learning Academy	3.5 / 10	Other	—	6th
7	Cassia Jr/sr High School	3.1 / 10	High	—	3th
8	Mountain View Elementary	3.0 / 10	Elementary	—	2th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.6/10
Median household income: $66,770
Median home value: $248,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 21%
Avg commute: 17 min
Owner-occupied homes: 67%

How Burley compares

Idaho rank

#68 of 71

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.7

below Idaho avg (6.3)

Median household income

$67k

94% of Idaho median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Burley, Idaho

Burley, Idaho is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Burley 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 Burley is John V Evans Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Burley is served by 1 school district: CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 5,507 students.

Burley's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,770. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 83318 (8)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	John V Evans Elementary 563 students · Kindergarten–6th	563	Kindergarten–6th	7.6
2	Dworshak Elementary School 381 students · Kindergarten–6th	381	Kindergarten–6th	5.7
3	White Pine Elementary 608 students · Pre-K–6th	608	Pre-K–6th	4.6
4	Mountain View Elementary 492 students · Pre-K–6th	492	Pre-K–6th	3.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Burley Junior High School 571 students · 7th–8th	571	7th–8th	4.8

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Burley Senior High School 1,024 students · 9th–12th	1,024	9th–12th	4.3
2	Cassia Jr/sr High School 98 students · 7th–12th	98	7th–12th	3.1

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Mini-cassia Online Learning Academy 51 students · Kindergarten–12th	51	Kindergarten–12th	3.5

Schools in Burley

Burley, Idaho · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,770

Median Home Value

$248,700

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

19,319

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

11.0%

Community Profile

Burley has a median household income of $66,770. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $248,700, with a median rent of $924/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Idaho
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 2
Other: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Burley schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Burley 📊 Niche Burley Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

17 schools · 5,507 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Burley, Idaho

How many schools are in Burley, Idaho?

Burley has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Burley, Idaho?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Burley is 4.6 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 Burley, Idaho?

The top-ranked school in Burley on MySchoolScout is John V Evans Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Burley, Idaho?

The top-ranked elementary school in Burley on MySchoolScout is John V Evans Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Burley, Idaho?

The top-ranked middle school in Burley on MySchoolScout is Burley Junior High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best high school in Burley, Idaho?

The top-ranked high school in Burley on MySchoolScout is Burley Senior High School with a composite score of 4.3/10.

How many school districts serve Burley, Idaho?

Burley is served by 1 school district: Cassia County Joint District.

What is the education level in Burley, Idaho?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Burley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Burley, Idaho?

The median household income in Burley is approximately $66,770 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Burley, Idaho?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Burley is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Burley, Idaho?

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.