Burlingame High School is a public high school in Burlingame, California. It is part of the San Mateo Union High School District.
Serving 1,540 students in grades 9-12, Burlingame High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burlingame High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Burlingame High School's student population of 1,540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Wild Panthers
School Rankings
Burlingame High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burlingame High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#530 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burlingame High School's ranking?
Burlingame High School is ranked #530 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Burlingame High School often compared to?
Burlingame High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills High School, Aragon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burlingame High School?
The graduation rate of Burlingame High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burlingame High School?
1,540 students attend Burlingame High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Burlingame High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burlingame High School?
Burlingame High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burlingame High School offer ?
Burlingame High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burlingame High School part of?
Burlingame High School is part of San Mateo Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Burlingame High School located?
Burlingame High School is located in the Oak Grove Manor neighborhood of Burlingame, CA.
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