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#5235 of 9,539 schools in CA
Burney Junior-senior High
High School · Fall River Joint Unified
37571 Mountain View Rd., Burney, CA 96013
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,235 of 9,539
In Burney
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Fall River Joint Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Burney Junior-senior High
High School in Burney · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Burney Junior-senior High
Burney Junior-senior High is a public high school in Burney, CA, part of Fall River Joint Unified. Burney Junior-senior High serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Burney Junior-senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,235 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Burney Junior-senior High show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Burney Junior-senior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
37% of students at Burney Junior-senior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Burney Junior-senior High — Students at Burney Junior-senior High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Burney Junior-senior High Compares
See how Burney Junior-senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
37571 Mountain View Rd., Burney, CA 96013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burney Junior-senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oak Run Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 23.9 miles away, in nearby Oak Run), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montgomery Creek Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Montgomery Creek), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fall River Junior-Senior High (rated 5.9/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Mcarthur), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Burney, see our Burney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 35.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Burney Special Education Center Burney | 0.1 mi | — |
| Burney Elementary Burney | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Mountain View High (Continuation) Burney | 1.1 mi | — |
| Burney Community Day Burney | 1.1 mi | — |
| Beacon Hill Christian Academy Montgomery Creek | 10.3 mi | — |
| Fall River Elementary Fall River Mills | 13.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Montgomery Creek Elementary Montgomery Creek | 14.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Fall River Junior-Senior High Mcarthur | 17.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Soldier Mountain High (Continuation) Mcarthur | 17.4 mi | — |
| Fall River Community Day Mcarthur | 17.4 mi | — |
| Explore and learn Whitmore | 19.9 mi | — |
| Whitmore Elementary Whitmore | 22.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Oak Run Elementary Oak Run | 23.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Black Butte Junior High Shingletown | 29.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Black Butte Elementary Shingletown | 29.7 mi | 3.9 |
| McCloud Elementary Mccloud | 35.8 mi | 5.8 |
| McCloud High Mccloud | 35.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,065
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$936/mo
Population
3,929
College Educated
8.5%
Homeownership
63.2%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
47.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burney Junior-senior High
What grades does Burney Junior-senior High serve?
Burney Junior-senior High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Burney Junior-senior High?
Burney Junior-senior High has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burney Junior-senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Burney Junior-senior High is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burney Junior-senior High rank in CA?
Burney Junior-senior High ranks #5,235 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Burney Junior-senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Burney Junior-senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Burney Junior-senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burney Junior-senior High has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Burney Junior-senior High a charter school?
No, Burney Junior-senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burney Junior-senior High a Title I school?
No, Burney Junior-senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burney Junior-senior High?
66.3% of students at Burney Junior-senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (530) 335-4576
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Fall River Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,160
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,253
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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