Walter R Johnson Middle
465 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
465
Total Students
32.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 116 |
| Hispanic | 283 |
| Black | 33 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 23 |
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Hispanic283 (60.9 %)
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White116 (24.9 %)
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Black33 (7.1 %)
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Two or More23 (4.9 %)
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Asian10 (2.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Burke County Schools |
| Phone: | (828)430-7340 |
| Website: | http://www.burke.k12.nc.us/schools/jms/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 465 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 438 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
159
Grade 7
143
Grade 8
163
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 159 |
| Grade 7 | 143 |
| Grade 8 | 163 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 212 | 45.6% |
| Male | 253 | 54.4% |
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