Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Table Rock Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Table Rock Middle serves the northwest part of Morganton, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 178.8 square miles, with families typically facing a 20-30 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.7 miles, reaching up to 14.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Table Rock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Table Rock Middle School's student population of 427 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Table Rock Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Table Rock Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1377 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Table Rock Middle School's ranking?
Table Rock Middle School is ranked #1377 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Table Rock Middle School often compared to?
Table Rock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter R Johnson Middle School, East Burke Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Table Rock Middle School?
427 students attend Table Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Table Rock Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Table Rock Middle School?
Table Rock Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Table Rock Middle School offer ?
Table Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Table Rock Middle School part of?
Table Rock Middle School is part of Burke County Schools.
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