Original Research by School Decision on Burbank Usd Community Day
Burbank USD Community Day is an alternative school serving students in grades seven through twelve, located in Burbank. As an alternative school, it operates outside the traditional comprehensive high school structure, serving a small enrollment with a specific purpose within the district.
The school enrolls a small number of students. Most are in grades nine through twelve, with representation across the high school years. More than half the student body qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting economic need in the enrollment. The student population is predominantly Hispanic, with a smaller share of white students and one Black student; Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander students are not represented. Data on special education enrollment and English learner status were not available.
State testing data for this school are suppressed at the proficiency level, a standard practice when enrollment numbers are very small. Math and English language arts results from the most recent school year (2023-24) do not appear in public reports. Science testing data from an earlier year are also suppressed. Without accessible proficiency rates or trend data, a parent cannot assess academic performance from state standardized measures.
The school's mission as an alternative program means it likely serves students whose needs fall outside the conventional high school pathway. Alternative schools typically work with students facing academic, behavioral, or attendance barriers; students in crisis; or those pursuing non-traditional educational goals. The specific design, curriculum, support services, and student selection process of this program are not detailed in available district or school data. A parent interested in this option would need to contact the school directly to understand its approach, the student population it serves, its graduation outcomes, and how it supports students toward completion and post-secondary transition.
Burbank itself is a compact city dominated by the entertainment industry, home to major studios and media companies. Residential neighborhoods sit close to commercial and industrial zones, creating a small-city atmosphere within the Los Angeles County context. Housing values in the area are elevated relative to national benchmarks, and rent costs are substantial. The presence of Metrolink rail service, local bus transit, and an emerging bikeway network provide transportation alternatives to driving.
Without accessible proficiency data, graduation rates, or detailed program information, a prospective family should view this school in the context of the district's alternative offerings and speak directly with staff about enrollment criteria, curriculum, student support, and outcomes.
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