These are some of the top-rated public schools in Burke County School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Burke County School District at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
ENVIRONMENT
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
ENVIRONMENT
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
ENVIRONMENT
District Calendar
ENVIRONMENT
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
ENVIRONMENT
Reviews From Schools in Burke County School District
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Parent / Guardian
September 29, 2023
Teachers and administration go above and beyond at VES. My children both have excelled academically and socially at this school.
Review for
Valdese Elementary
Current student
August 29, 2023
The dress code is so dumb it needs to be changed students can’t wear anything.no pajama pants if you wear leggings you gotta wear a baggy t shirt over it no shorts and no tank tops and you get called... More
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East Burke Middle
Parent / Guardian
February 17, 2022
It is a good school yet the only problems I’ve noticed from students and staff alike is how truly degrading some students can be to others. The teachers like to make smart remarks to students, and the... More
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Robert L Patton High School
