At a glance
Reported students
525
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
35.27
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky other enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 157 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
525
Burgin Independent School: 525 reported students.
State peer staffing position
51st percentile
14.9:1 reported; state peer median 14.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 496
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.1:1
What the reported data says about Burgin Independent School
Burgin Independent School is a public combined / other school serving grades PK–12 in Burgin. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Burgin Independent. NCES reports 525 students for 2024–25.
Among 157 combined / other schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 40 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.9:1, close to the Kentucky median of 14.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (91.2%) and multiracial (6.3%). English learners represent 0.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 5 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Burgin Independent School
- 1How do the reported 14.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 35.27 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 47.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White91.2%
- Hispanic1.7%
- Black0.4%
- Asian0.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
5 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Burgin Independent School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Point Education Center Other · Boyle County | UG–UG | 0 | 3.1 mi |
| Mercer County Day Treatment High · Mercer County | 06–12 | 11 | 5 mi |
| Mercer Central High · Mercer County | 09–12 | 51 | 5 mi |
| Trailblazer Academy High · Kentucky Tech System | 08–12 | 0 | 5.3 mi |
| Sunrise Academy Other · Danville Independent | KG–12 | 27 | 7 mi |
| Kentucky School for the Deaf Other · Kentucky School for the Deaf District | PK–12 | 72 | 7.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Burgin Independent School
What grades does Burgin Independent School serve?
Burgin Independent School reports grades PK–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Burgin Independent.
How many students attend Burgin Independent School?
Burgin Independent School reported 525 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 157 Kentucky combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 496 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Burgin Independent School?
The calculated ratio is 14.9:1, based on 525 students and 35.27 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 14.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Burgin Independent School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Burgin Independent School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Burgin Independent attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Burgin Independent School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
47.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Burgin Independent School in?
Burgin Independent School is part of Burgin Independent, based in Burgin, KY, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Burgin Independent School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include North Point Education Center (3.1 mi), Mercer County Day Treatment (5 mi), Mercer Central (5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.