NEW DIMENSIONS

New Dimensions is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the The New Dimensions School school district, located in Morganton, NC with about 282 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, New Dimensions has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

New Dimensions is a public charter school located in Morganton, North Carolina, dedicated to providing an alternative educational environment for students in grades 6 through 12. The school is designed to support learners who may benefit from a more flexible, personalized approach than what is typically found in a traditional large-district setting. By fostering a close-knit community, New Dimensions focuses on meeting the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of its students, emphasizing individual growth and preparation for post-secondary success.

The school’s philosophy centers on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to take ownership of their education. Through a combination of small class sizes and a curriculum tailored to varying learning styles, New Dimensions strives to keep students engaged and motivated. The school serves as a valuable resource for families in the Burke County area looking for a specialized educational experience that prioritizes student-teacher relationships and a holistic approach to academic achievement.

For more information, contact New Dimensions at (828) 437-5753 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

550 Lenoir Road
Morganton, NC 28655
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NEW DIMENSIONS is a public Title I Charter school in Morganton, NC with about 282 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
NC State Board of Education
Total Students:
282
Teachers:
24.06
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 282 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NEW DIMENSIONS is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.

White
84.4%
Hispanic/Latino
5.3%
Black or African American
5.0%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
0.7%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.