Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, Burns Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burns Middle School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Burns Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Middle School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1164 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
16%
25%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Burns Middle School's ranking?
Burns Middle School is ranked #1164 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Burns Middle School often compared to?
Burns Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Burns Middle School?
756 students attend Burns Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Burns Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burns Middle School?
Burns Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burns Middle School offer ?
Burns Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burns Middle School part of?
Burns Middle School is part of Cleveland County Schools School District.
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