WALTER R JOHNSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Walter R Johnson Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Burke County Schools school district, located in Morganton, NC with about 464 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 30 teachers, Walter R Johnson Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Walter R. Johnson Middle School, located in Morganton, North Carolina, is a public institution serving students within the Burke County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By offering a comprehensive middle school curriculum, the faculty works to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while providing support for their social and emotional well-being during the transitional middle years.

Beyond classroom academics, the school actively promotes a sense of community through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs that cater to diverse student interests. Through a focus on collaboration between educators, parents, and the surrounding Morganton community, Walter R. Johnson Middle School strives to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best and become responsible members of society. For more specific information regarding their current academic calendar, policies, or upcoming events, visitors can access their official district webpage.

For more information, contact Walter R Johnson Middle at (828) 430-7340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.