Serving 879 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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Burke High School's student population of 879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.40, 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
#395 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 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 Robert L. Patton High School, Freedom 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 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Burke High School?
879 students attend East Burke High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Burke High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 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 18:1, 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
What school district is East Burke High School part of?
East Burke High School is part of Burke County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
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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