BURBANK H S

Charter School 1,405 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Burbank High School, located at 1002 Edwards St in San Antonio, is a cornerstone of the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD). Steeped in tradition, the school is well-known for its vibrant "Bulldog" spirit and deep-rooted connection to the surrounding South Side community. As a historic institution, Burbank serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, fine arts, and various career-focused organizations.

The school is frequently recognized for its focus on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. By fostering an environment that emphasizes both rigorous academic achievement and student mentorship, Burbank High School aims to empower its students to become productive, community-minded citizens. For families in the 78204 area, Burbank remains a central hub for educational growth and long-standing neighborhood pride.

1,405

Total Students

84.1

Full-Time Teachers

16.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

88.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BURBANK H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	18
Hispanic	1,370
Black	13
Asian	2
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
1,370 (97.5%)
White
18 (1.3%)
Black
13 (0.9%)
Asian
2 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	SAN ANTONIO ISD
Phone:	(210)228-1210
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,405
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	84.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,224
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 409

Grade 10 349

Grade 11 318

Grade 12 329