Serving 630 students in grades 6-8, East Burke 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 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: East Burke Middle serves the southeast part of Connelly Springs, NC, covering an area of approximately 101.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Burke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Burke Middle School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Burke 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 East Burke Middle School is 0.45, 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
#897 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Burke Middle School's ranking?
East Burke Middle School is ranked #897 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Burke Middle School often compared to?
East Burke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Table Rock Middle School, Walter R Johnson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Burke Middle School?
630 students attend East Burke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East Burke Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Burke Middle School?
East Burke Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Burke Middle School offer ?
East Burke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Burke Middle School part of?
East Burke Middle School is part of Burke County Schools.
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