Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Burgin Independent School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Burgin Independent School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Burgin Independent School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
The mission of Burgin Independent School is to engage, enable, and empower students to become growing leaders for tomorrow.
Burgin Independent School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burgin Independent School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Burgin Independent School's ranking?
Burgin Independent School is ranked #185 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Burgin Independent School often compared to?
Burgin Independent Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mercer County Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burgin Independent School?
The graduation rate of Burgin Independent School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Burgin Independent School?
506 students attend Burgin Independent School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Burgin Independent School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burgin Independent School?
Burgin Independent School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burgin Independent School offer ?
Burgin Independent School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burgin Independent School part of?
Burgin Independent School is part of Burgin Independent School District.
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