At a glance
Reported students
793
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
72.3
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Vermont high enrollment
92nd percentile
Compared with 64 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
490
South Burlington High School: 793 reported students.
State peer staffing position
76th percentile
11:1 reported; state peer median 9.6:1. 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
- 896
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82.3
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.9:1
What the reported data says about South Burlington High School
South Burlington High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in South Burlington. It is one of 5 current school records connected to South Burlington School District. NCES reports 793 students for 2024–25.
Among 64 high schools in Vermont with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 301.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 92nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11:1, above the Vermont median of 9.6:1 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 (71.5%) and Asian (8.3%). English learners represent 3.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking South Burlington High School
- 1How do the reported 11:1 student–teacher ratio and 72.3 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 5 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
- 3.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 11%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 29.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- 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
- White71.5%
- Hispanic5.3%
- Black6.8%
- Asian8.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.1%
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
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
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.
Other schools in South Burlington School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
565 reported students
Chamberlin School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
490 reported students
Orchard School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
402 reported students
Rick Marcotte Central School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
378 reported students
Public schools near South Burlington High 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winooski High School High · Winooski Incorporated School District | 09–12 | 182 | 3.2 mi |
| Burlington High School High · Burlington School District | 09–12 | 921 | 4 mi |
| Burlington Technical Center High · Burlington School District | 09–12 | 0 | 4.1 mi |
| The Center for Technology - Essex High · Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 | 09–12 | 0 | 4.5 mi |
| Essex High School High · Essex Westford Educational Community Unified Union SD #51 | 09–12 | 1,224 | 4.5 mi |
| Colchester High School High · Colchester School District | 09–12 | 715 | 6.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about South Burlington High School
What grades does South Burlington High School serve?
South Burlington High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in South Burlington School District.
How many students attend South Burlington High School?
South Burlington High School reported 793 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 92nd percentile among 64 Vermont high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 896 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at South Burlington High School?
The calculated ratio is 11:1, based on 793 students and 72.3 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Vermont median for the same school level is 9.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is South Burlington High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
South Burlington High School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on South Burlington School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of South Burlington High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
29.1% 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 South Burlington High School in?
South Burlington High School is part of South Burlington School District, based in South Burlington, VT, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near South Burlington High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Winooski High School (3.2 mi), Burlington High School (4 mi), Burlington Technical Center (4.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.