What grades does East Burke High serve?

East Burke High operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Connelly Springs area.

Where is East Burke High located?

East Burke High is a rural school in Connelly Springs, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Burke High?

The student-teacher ratio at East Burke High is 19.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Connelly Springs, NC?

Schools in Connelly Springs include East Burke High and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Connelly Springs area.

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East Burke High — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Connelly Springs, North Carolina|Burke County Schools

Connelly Springs, NC 28612

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Oct

Mon

BMC Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

BMC Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

BMC early release/half dayhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

1/2 Day Early Dismissal at 11:20, Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.

Nov

Wed

BMC HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

868

Student:Teacher

19.7:1

Locale

Rural

District

Burke County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.3%

Phone

(828)397-5541

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

65-69%

Graduation Rate

94%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

12 courses offered

90 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

219 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

71 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

179 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.6:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

840

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,261

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,298

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,847

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 62%Local 16%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$261,610

+0.9% 1yr+39.6% 5yr

Hickory, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.3%

Below 150% poverty line

6.3%

Unemployment rate

10.9%

Uninsured residents

15.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,921

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,767

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

566 (32%)

Speech/Language Impairment

342 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

274 (16%)

Autism

205 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

117 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

47 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

874

Current enrollment

Stable(+4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 19, 2026

BMC Teacher Workday

Staff Day

Tue, Oct 20, 2026

BMC Teacher Workday

Staff Day

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

BMC early release/half day

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Burke County Schools. East Burke High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	BMC early release/half dayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	1/2 Day Early Dismissal at 11:20, Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Happy Thanksgiving!District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	BMC early release/half dayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	BMC ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	BMC ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	BMC early release/half dayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK Jr. Day (Holiday)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - Teacher Workday - President's DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	No School - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the workday date and any schedule changes.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Mar 16, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School - Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	No School - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the workday date and any schedule changes.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	EOG Make Up Testing and RemediationDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for holiday closure dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	EOG RetestingDistrict-wide	exam	—