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Blackburn Elementary

4377 W Nc 10 Hwy, Newton, NC 28658, United States

+1 (704) 462-1344

http://blackburn.catawbaschools.net/

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Blackburn Elementary Overview

About This School

Blackburn Elementary is a public middle in Newton, North Carolina, serving 484 students in grades K-6. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $52,612. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 57% White, 17% Hispanic, 12% Asian, 8% Two or More Races, and 5% Black students.

484

Total Students

K-6

17:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-6

County

Catawba County

Students per Counselor

484:1

Blackburn Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

17:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 16.8:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

484

Students per Counselor

Blackburn Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$52,612

City Avg: $47,658

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1

Students per Counselor484:1

Blackburn Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

53.72%

Male

46.28%

Female

Total Enrollment: 484 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White57.23%

Hispanic16.94%

Asian12.4%

Black4.96%

Two or More Races8.06%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blackburn Elementary

Q: What is Blackburn Elementary?

A: Blackburn Elementary is a middle public located in Newton.

Q: How many students attend Blackburn Elementary?

A: Blackburn Elementary has approximately 484 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackburn Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Blackburn Elementary is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Blackburn Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Blackburn Elementary - Newton, NC

Quick Facts about Blackburn Elementary
School Name	Blackburn Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-6
Location	4377 W Nc 10 Hwy, Newton, NC 28658, Newton, NC
County	Catawba County
Phone	+1 (704) 462-1344
Total Students	484
Student-Teacher Ratio	17:1
Full-Time Teachers	27
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Blackburn Elementary

What is Blackburn Elementary?

Blackburn Elementary is a middle public located in Newton.

How many students attend Blackburn Elementary?

Blackburn Elementary has approximately 484 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackburn Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Blackburn Elementary is 17:1.

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