Burns High Desert Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 56%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns High Desert Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
7 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
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School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
42%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
56%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
29%
25%
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Black
n/a
3%
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White
71%
59%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Burns High Desert Academy and the public school average diversity score of Oregon by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Burns High Desert Academy and the public school average diversity score of Oregon by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/127000/127198/burns-high-desert-academy-chart-UUXAc7.png)
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
43%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burns High Desert Academy?
The graduation rate of Burns High Desert Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 84%.
How many students attend Burns High Desert Academy?
7 students attend Burns High Desert Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Burns High Desert Academy students are White, and 29% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Burns High Desert Academy offer ?
Burns High Desert Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns High Desert Academy part of?
Burns High Desert Academy is part of Harney County SD 3 School District.
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