Burnett is a wonderful school. The teachers and staff all go above and beyond to make sure that every student succeeds. My daughter went from hating school before Burnett to having a 4.0 and being on the honor roll.
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Posted by a parent on 09/15/09
I just graduated as Valedictorian at PBA, and all i have to say is that this is awesome. There are so many cultures there and youll see so many kids bonding together. This is school has a great atmosphere. Im going to miss it alot. The staff is the best around that youll find. They helped all of us with
... Read more our problems in and out of the classroom. My principal was the best. She takes care of everything that a student needs. The art and physical educations department. Best of the best. (: Read less
Posted by a student on 07/24/09
I love working here at Burnett Academy. These students are hard working, focused, and well, just Great to be with on a daily bases. I know these students are good members of this community and will have great jobs when they graduate high school and college.
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Posted by a teacher on 05/01/09
I am very satisfied with my daughters education at Burnett Academy. The test scores are not what the school is about. The teachers are fantastic and push kids to high levels. I am very happy she is in the college club and gets the opportunity to visit local colleges. I really like the Burnett staff.
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Posted by a parent on 01/18/09
this school is amazing it has good quality it has good activities and the best teacher and is safe
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Posted by a parent on 10/04/08
Before moving to Connecticut in 2007 I taught at Burnett Academy. The teachers, staff, and administrators are some of the most hard working and dedicated professionals I have ever met. The after school program is exceptional in both its number of enroled students and its creative and innovative programs.
... Read more Teachers at Burnett are constanly seeking professional development that is offered by the district off and local colleges and universities. It is apparent that Burnett teachers truly care about their students and their academic success. I miss the Bear family greatly and wish them all the best in the years to come. Go Bears! Read less
Posted by a teacher on 01/07/08
My daughter just graduated from this school. She went here for 6, 7, & 8th grades. I thank this school for all their work with her and the help that was given to her. At her last school she was not getting passing grades in several classes, after she started at Peter Burnett her grades rose, her confidence
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Posted by a parent on 10/31/07
Burnett has made radical changes in the last 5 years. The administration, teachers and students have respect for their campus, community and each other. There is a strong focus on academics and student success. There is also a great after-school program and sports league that is FREE to students.
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Posted by a other on 08/31/07
This school is a great school for everyone. We like this school because the teachers and staff are really nice and they love teach us and help us succed in the goals we all have. It is a great school because there are alot of extra curricular activities snd there are many great classes you can take.
... Read more For me it is a great school better then elementary school! ~brittni and breana vargas~ go bears! almost 7th grader @ burnett an almost 8th grader @ burnett Read less
Posted by a student on 08/08/07
This school has been fighting a bad reputation for years. However in the past few years, it has been physically cleaned up as well as academically cleaned up. The staff is extremely dedicated to seeing their students succeed. Although the parents of these students may not have resources to help their
... Read more children, the staff makes up for it. There is so much staff collaboration, training, and additional resources given to this school. If you question this school, go on a tour~you'll be amazed. Everyone is helpful, kind, and dedicated to being the best despite socioeconomic disadvantages. Read less
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
San Jose schools — Peter Burnett Middle School is located at 850 N 2nd St, San Jose CA 95112. 850 N 2nd St is in the North San Jose neighborhood and 95112 ZIP code in San Jose, CA The school district for Peter Burnett Middle School is the San Jose Unified School District. Peter Burnett Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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