Burke Middle College serves 131 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 44:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burke Middle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Burke Middle College's student population of 131 students has declined by 5% 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Burke Middle College is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
131 students attend Burke Middle College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Burke Middle College students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 44:1, 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 School District.
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