Below Average
#755 of 967 schools in NE
Burke High School
High School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
12200 BURKE BLVD, Omaha, NE 68154
Enrollment
1,729
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,729
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#755 of 967
In Omaha
#75 of 146
public schools
In district
#26 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Burke High School
Burke High School is a public high school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Burke High School serves approximately 1,729 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Burke High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #755 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Burke High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- NE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Burke High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
65% 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 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
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
12200 BURKE BLVD, Omaha, NE 68154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burke High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BOYS TOWN SCHOOLS (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Boys Town), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CRESTRIDGE MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| BEVERIDGE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| CATLIN MAGNET CENTER Omaha | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BOYS TOWN SCHOOLS Boys Town | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| JOSLYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| WEGNER SCHOOL Boys Town | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| OAK VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ROCKBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PRAIRIE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| CODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| EZRA MILLARD ELEMENTARY SCH Omaha | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| OMAHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Omaha | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MARY OUR QUEEN SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MILLARD NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MILLARD NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SUNNY SLOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| WILLA CATHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Omaha | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,509
Median Home Value
$297,800
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
23,232
College Educated
51.2%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
17.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus, NE | 4.9 |
| SOUTH SIOUX HIGH SCHOOL So Sioux City, NE | 4.9 |
| FREMONT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fremont, NE | 4.4 |
| SCOTTSBLUFF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scottsbluff, NE | 5.0 |
| LINCOLN NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 4.3 |
| BELLEVUE EAST SR HIGH SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burke High School
What grades does Burke High School serve?
Burke High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Burke High School?
Burke High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,729 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burke High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Burke High School is 19.6:1. 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 NE?
Burke High School ranks #755 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Burke High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Burke High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,729
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (531) 299-2580
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #26 of 89
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