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Burke High School
High School · Boston
60 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,253 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#19 of 29
public schools
In district
#76 of 109
Boston
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About Burke High School
Burke High School is a public high school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Burke High School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Burke High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,253 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Burke High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Burke High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
53% of students at Burke High School 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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Burke High School — Students at Burke High School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MA 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: 6.5/10.
How Burke High School Compares
See how Burke High School 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
60 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burke High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greater Egleston High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boston Latin Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, City on a Hill Charter Public School (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| King Elementary School Dorchester | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| UP Academy Holland Dorchester | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Haynes Early Education Center Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Boston Latin Academy Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Trotter Elementary School Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Winthrop Elementary School Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester Boston | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Conservatory Lab Charter School Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ellis Elementary School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lee K-8 School Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School Boston | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,565
Median Home Value
$548,100
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
28,298
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
34.2
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|---|---|
| Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone, MA | 5.2 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton, MA | 5.2 |
| David Prouty High Spencer, MA | 5.2 |
| ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 5.3 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody, MA | 5.3 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE MATIGNON SCHOOL Cambridge, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burke High School
What grades does Burke High School serve?
Burke High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Burke High School?
Burke High School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burke High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Burke High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burke High School rank in MA?
Burke High School ranks #1,253 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Burke High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Burke High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Burke High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burke High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Burke High School a charter school?
No, Burke High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burke High School a Title I school?
No, Burke High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.7%
- Phone
- (617) 635-9837
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #76 of 109
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