Burlingame Intermediate

1,115 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Burlingame Intermediate School (BIS) is a highly-rated public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the Burlingame School District. Located in the heart of Burlingame, California, the school is well-regarded for its strong academic programs, dedicated teaching staff, and a vibrant campus culture that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that prepares students for the rigors of high school while encouraging them to explore a diverse range of extracurricular interests.

Beyond its core curriculum, Burlingame Intermediate offers a variety of elective options, including music, arts, and technology, as well as several student-led clubs and athletic opportunities. The school maintains a close-knit community feel, bolstered by active parent involvement and a commitment to integrating modern instructional practices. Its location in a suburban setting provides a stable, community-focused atmosphere, making it a cornerstone of the local educational landscape in San Mateo County.

1,115

Total Students

52.1

Full-Time Teachers

21.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

25.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Burlingame Intermediate
Demographic	Student Count
White	384
Hispanic	228
Black	4
Asian	328
Two or More	168
Pacific Islander	3

White
384 (34.4%)
Asian
328 (29.4%)
Hispanic
228 (20.4%)
Two or More
168 (15.1%)
Black
4 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Burlingame Elementary
Phone:	(650)259-3830
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,115
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	52.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	200
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	80

* 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 6 379

Grade 7 394

Grade 8 342