Sherman E. Burroughs High School is a public high school located in Ridgecrest, California. Established in 1945, the school is located in the upper Mojave Desert and is adjacent to the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake.
Serving 1,518 students in grades 9-12, Burroughs High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burroughs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burroughs High School's student population of 1,518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
School Mascot
Burros
School Rankings
Burroughs High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burroughs High School is 0.64, 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
#2574 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Burros
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burroughs High School's ranking?
Burroughs High School is ranked #2574 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burroughs High School?
The graduation rate of Burroughs High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burroughs High School?
1,518 students attend Burroughs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Burroughs High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burroughs High School?
Burroughs High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Burroughs High School offer ?
Burroughs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Burroughs High School part of?
Burroughs High School is part of Sierra Sands Unified School District.
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