Serving 874 students in grades 9-12, East Burke High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Burke High serves the southeast part of Connelly Springs, NC, covering an area of approximately 101.9 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Burke High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Burke High School's student population of 874 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
874 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
East Burke High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Burke High School is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#395 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Burke High School's ranking?
East Burke High School is ranked #395 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Burke High School often compared to?
East Burke High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom High School, Patton High School, Draughn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Burke High School?
The graduation rate of East Burke High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend East Burke High School?
874 students attend East Burke High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Burke High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Burke High School?
East Burke High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Burke High School offer ?
East Burke High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Burke High School part of?
East Burke High School is part of Burke County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
There have a wide variety of activities to do at East Burke. We have a lot of club like newspaper, drama, anchor, FTA (future teachers of America) and a ton more. We have sports also tennis, football, soccer, vollyball, crosscounty all the normal sports that most schools have. The teacher will help you when every you are confused. They will make accommodations to the needs of their students. All the teachers are very trust worthy. It's truly a great school (most of the time).
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