BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL

BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the BURWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in BURWELL, NE with about 159 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL, located in the heart of Burwell, Nebraska, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community, catering to students in grades 7 through 12. As part of a small-town district, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of school spirit. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce, balancing core academic subjects with opportunities for vocational skill-building.

Beyond the classroom, Burwell Jr-Sr High is a center for extracurricular activity, fostering student development through competitive athletics, music programs, and various student organizations. The school plays an integral role in the cultural and social fabric of the surrounding Sandhills region, often acting as a focal point for community events. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and prioritizing character development alongside academics, the institution strives to equip its students with the values and tools necessary for success in their post-graduation endeavors.

For more information, contact BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL at (308) 346-4150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

190 I ST
BURWELL, NE 68823-0670
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BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BURWELL, NE with about 159 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
159
Teachers:
18.24
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 159 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BURWELL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.

White
95.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.