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.
441
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Walter R Johnson Middle
Demographic Student Count
White94
Hispanic284
Black24
Asian13
Two or More26
  • Hispanic
    284 (64.4%)
  • White
    94 (21.3%)
  • Two or More
    26 (5.9%)
  • Black
    24 (5.4%)
  • Asian
    13 (2.9%)
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: 441
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 438
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 155
Grade 7 123
Grade 8 163

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Walter R Johnson Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6155
Grade 7123
Grade 8163
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Walter R Johnson Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20346%
Male23854%