Burns High School is a public high school in Burns, Oregon. A part of Harney County School District 3, it serves Burns and Hines.
Serving 7 students in grades Kindergarten-12, 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burns High Desert Academy's student population of 7 students has grown by 250% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1904
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burns High Desert Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
43%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hilanders
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?
86% of Burns High Desert Academy students are White, and 14% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burns High Desert Academy?
Burns High Desert Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns High Desert Academy offer ?
Burns High Desert Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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