Burch High School serves 351 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30-34%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
99%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)65-69%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burch High School?
The graduation rate of Burch High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 78%.
How many students attend Burch High School?
351 students attend Burch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Burch High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burch High School?
Burch High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burch High School offer ?
Burch High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Burch High School part of?
Burch High School is part of Mingo County Schools School District.
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