Burke Middle College

1001 Burkemont Ave
Morganton, NC 28655
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Burke Middle College serves 130 students in grades 11-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 11-12
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : ≥95% (Top 30% in NC)
  • : ≥90% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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Burke Middle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Burke Middle College's student population of 130 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
130 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
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Colors
Blue and Gold
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Burke Middle College is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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State Level (NC)
(21-22)
≥90%
51%
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70-79%
63%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
15:1
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Asian
31%
5%
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Hispanic
11%
22%
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Black
1%
24%
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White
53%
42%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.62
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(21-22)
≥95%
86%
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(22-23)
0.8%
28.7%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Burke Middle College?
The graduation rate of Burke Middle College is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Burke Middle College?
130 students attend Burke Middle College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Burke Middle College students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burke Middle College?
Burke Middle College has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burke Middle College offer ?
Burke Middle College offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke Middle College part of?
Burke Middle College is part of Burke County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 11-12
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : ≥95% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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