LEE BURNESON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lee Burneson Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Westlake City school district, located in Westlake, OH with about 566 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, Lee Burneson Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Lee Burneson Middle School, located at 2260 Dover Center Rd in Westlake, Ohio, serves as the primary middle school for the Westlake City School District. The school is dedicated to supporting the academic and social-emotional transition of students in grades 5 through 8, providing a structured yet challenging environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the rigors of high school. The school’s curriculum focuses on core academic subjects while encouraging students to explore their interests through various elective offerings, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Beyond traditional academics, Lee Burneson is known for fostering a vibrant school culture that emphasizes community and student development. The school provides numerous extracurricular activities, including athletic teams, performing arts programs, and various clubs, which allow students to engage with their peers and develop leadership skills outside of the classroom. With a commitment to the "Westlake Way," the school works closely with families and the surrounding community to maintain high educational standards and promote an inclusive, supportive atmosphere for all middle-level learners.
For more information, contact Lee Burneson Middle School at (440) 835-6340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Westlake, OH 44145-3157
(440) 835-6340
LEE BURNESON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Westlake, OH with about 566 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Westlake City
- Total Students:
- 566
- Teachers:
- 41.8
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 566 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LEE BURNESON MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.5%
- Asian
- 6.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
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.