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Lee Burneson Middle School

2260 Dover Center Rd
Westlake, OH 44145
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 481 students in grades 7-8, Lee Burneson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 481 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 20% in OH
  • : 78% (Top 20%)
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 82% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lee Burneson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Lee Burneson Middle School's student population of 481 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We Educate for Excellence

School Rankings

Lee Burneson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Burneson Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#360 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
78%
54%
82%
60%
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lee Burneson Middle School's ranking?
Lee Burneson Middle School is ranked #360 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lee Burneson Middle School?
481 students attend Lee Burneson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lee Burneson Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Burneson Middle School?
Lee Burneson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lee Burneson Middle School offer ?
Lee Burneson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Burneson Middle School part of?
Lee Burneson Middle School is part of Westlake City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 481 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 78% (Top 20%)
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 82% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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