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ADMISSIONS

2024-2025 High School Results

We are incredibly proud to share that our high school students have outperformed both the district and the state in nearly every tested subject area this year.

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From English and math to science and social studies, our students showed remarkable growth and achievement. Here are just a few highlights:

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  • English proficiency increased to 72% compared to 52% districtwide

  • Math proficiency jumped to 72%, exceeding the district by 22 percentage points

  • Biology proficiency soared to 94%

  • US History scores remained strong at 88%, well above district and state levels

  • High school acceleration points climbed to 91%, reflecting the success of our advanced coursework and college readiness efforts

 

These results are a direct reflection of the hard work, dedication, and talent of our students and teachers. At Burns Sci Tech, we believe in pushing boundaries, meeting students where they are, and preparing them for what lies ahead.

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We are so proud of what our team has accomplished, and we remain committed to providing a high-quality, forward-thinking education for every learner.

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Concordant scores to meet state testing graduation requirements are as follows:

Grade 10 ELA

  • SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW): 480

  • ACT English and Reading subtests: 18

 

FAST Algebra 1 EOC

  • PSAT/NMSQT Math: 430

  • SAT Math: 420

  • ACT Math: 16

  • FAST Geometry EOC: Level 3 (404)

Science and Social Studies

  • Grades 5 and 8 Statewide Science Assessment

  • Biology(EOC)

  • Civics EOC (middle school)

  • U.S History EOC (high school)

  • FCLE (Florida Civic Literacy Exam)

Dual Enrollment test

PERT: Given 3 times a year for any student who has completed an academic high school class. This is needed to begin dual Enrollment.

National Assessments

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ACT: given in the fall

National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)

PSAT/ NMSQT

Advanced Placement (AP)

SAT  

Parents and students, please note that state testing accommodations do not automatically apply to the assessments listed above. If you require accommodations for the ACT or any College Board exams, you must submit the appropriate documentation through Mrs. Campbell.

This approval process can take up to seven weeks, so it is essential to begin early. Please schedule an appointment with Mrs. Campbell to ensure your accommodations are in place before the testing session begins in October.

Assessment & Testing Information

Burns Science and Technology administers assessments to students from kindergarten through 12th grade to measure their achievement based on Florida’s education standards. These standards were developed to ensure that all students graduate from high school prepared for success in college, careers, and life.

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Assessments support both instruction and student learning. The results help district leaders and stakeholders evaluate whether curricular and instructional goals are being met.

Please note: This is general information regarding the types of assessments conducted at Burns. High school students and parents should visit the “Academic Support and Guidance” section under the High School tab on our website for additional details.

Florida law requires students to participate in the statewide, standardized assessment program. Specifically, Section 1008.22(3), F.S., states, “Participation in the assessment program is mandatory for all school districts and all students attending public schools, including students seeking a standard high school diploma under s.1003.4282 and students in Department of Juvenile Justice education programs, except otherwise provided by law…” Burns will fully comply with Florida law.

The following statewide assessments will be administered this year.

Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T) Assessments

  1. Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) Assessments:

    • Grades K – 2 FAST STAR Assessments: Early Literacy, Reading, and Mathematics

    • Grades 3 – 10 Reading, Retake

    • Grades 4-10 Writing

    • Grades 3 – 8 Math

​Note: Fact Sheets related to FAST Assessments for both PreK-2 and 3-10 are available by visiting FLDOE K-12 FAST Assessment Page. Refer to section "FAST Resources" Fact sheet for the Writing assessments.

B.E.S.T Algebra and B.E.S.T Geometry EOCs

Please be aware that Florida State Statute still requires students in an EOC course (Algebra 1, Geometry, US History, Biology, and Civics) to take the standardized end-of-course exam, and this exam will constitute 30% of the final course grade. In addition, students are still required to meet testing requirements for graduation.

 

Sample Tests

Students must use a supported web browser to access the FL DOE Practice Test site. Sample tests are available for B.E.S.T., FAST, EOC, and more for all grade levels.

Please review the Practice Test and Sample Materials User Guide for access instructions.

Then visit https://flfast.org/families.html and select one of the Sample Items to log in and take a practice test.

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