Burke County Schools

Burke County Schools is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 700 East Parker Road in Morganton, North Carolina. Serving a midsize suburban community within the greater Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton metropolitan area, the district operates 27 public schools that offer comprehensive educational programming from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The system supports a student body of 11,667 children, including 6,052 male and 5,615 female students, creating a vibrant learning environment designed to guide learners through every stage of their academic journey.

To deliver quality instruction across its campuses, Burke County Schools maintains a strong professional workforce comprising nearly 1,389 full-time equivalent teachers and nearly 65 support staff personnel, contributing to a total staffing footprint of over 1,453 full-time equivalent employees. The district serves a culturally diverse student population, including 7,266 White students, 2,484 Hispanic students, 740 students identifying with two or more races, 664 Asian students, and 457 Black students, alongside American Indian and Pacific Islander learners. Parents, students, and educational researchers looking to learn more about the district's opportunities and initiatives can reach the central administration at (828) 439-4311 or explore resources online at burke.k12.nc.us.