Serving 441 students in grades 6-8, Walter R Johnson 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 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter R Johnson Middle serves the northern part of Morganton, NC, covering an area of approximately 59.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter R Johnson Middle School's student population of 441 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Walter R Johnson 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 Walter R Johnson 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
#2177 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
64%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 20-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 Walter R Johnson Middle School's ranking?
Walter R Johnson Middle School is ranked #2177 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Walter R Johnson Middle School often compared to?
Walter R Johnson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Table Rock Middle School, Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Walter R Johnson Middle School?
441 students attend Walter R Johnson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Walter R Johnson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter R Johnson Middle School?
Walter R Johnson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walter R Johnson Middle School offer ?
Walter R Johnson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter R Johnson Middle School part of?
Walter R Johnson Middle School is part of Burke County Schools.
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