Best Schools in Burnt Hills, New York
3 schools · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Burnt Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School
High · Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Richard H O'rourke Middle School
Middle · Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ketchum-grande School of the Charlton School.
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Burnt Hills for 2026 are Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School (8.6/10), Richard H O'rourke Middle School (6.8/10), and Ketchum-grande School of the Charlton School. (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$347,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$347,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Burnt Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Richard H O'rourke Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Ketchum-grande School of the Charlton School. | 5.6 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $111,415
- Median home value
- $347,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 54%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Burnt Hills compares
New York rank
#139 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$111k
119% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Burnt Hills, New York
Burnt Hills, New York is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Burnt Hills perform strongly 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 Burnt Hills is Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Burnt Hills is served by 1 school district: BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,147 students.
Burnt Hills's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,415. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 719 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 953 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 34 students · 8th–12th | 5.6 | ||
Schools in Burnt Hills
Burnt Hills, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$111,415
Median Home Value
$347,400
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
20,389
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Burnt Hills has a median household income of $111,415. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $347,400, with a median rent of $1,654/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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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.
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Common questions about schools in Burnt Hills, New York
How many schools are in Burnt Hills, New York?
Burnt Hills has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Burnt Hills, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Burnt Hills is 7.0 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 Burnt Hills, New York?
The top-ranked school in Burnt Hills on MySchoolScout is Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Burnt Hills, New York?
The top-ranked middle school in Burnt Hills on MySchoolScout is Richard H O'rourke Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Burnt Hills, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Burnt Hills on MySchoolScout is Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Burnt Hills, New York?
Burnt Hills is served by 1 school district: Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Central School District.
What is the education level in Burnt Hills, New York?
According to Census data, 54% of adults in Burnt Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Burnt Hills, New York?
The median household income in Burnt Hills is approximately $111,415 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Burnt Hills, New York?
Yes, Burnt Hills has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ketchum-grande School of the Charlton School. with a score of 5.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Burnt Hills, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Burnt Hills is 7.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Burnt Hills, New York?
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, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.