The Teessiders have made significant improvements since last year but Warnock will still feel his side should have more points on the board.
A 1-0 defeat at Millwall last time out was hugely frustrating for the Boro boss, whose side are now six points off the play-off positions.
There have been plenty of impressive performances this season, though, which included a 10-game unbeaten run at the start of the campaign.
Boro have also made several new signings over the last 12 months, with Grant Hall, Marcus Bettinelli, Sam Morsy and Chuba Akpom joining in the summer transfer window.
Duncan Watmore, Darnell Fisher, Yannick Bolasie, Neeskens Kebano and Nathaniel Mendez-Laing have also arrived on Teesside during the campaign.
Our Boro writer has rated every player’s performances based on their individual displays and overall contribution to the side this season.
. READING, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Marc Bola of Middlesbrough celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Middlesbrough at Madejski Stadium on February 20, 2021 in Reading, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
Marc Bola of Middlesbrough celebrates with team-mates after scoring against Reading. Photo: Catherine Ivill
. Marcus Bettinelli - 6.5
It's been a mixed season for the Fulham loanee. Bettinelli has kept 13 clean sheets in the Championship this season but has also made some costly mistakes. 6.5 Photo: Alex Burstow
. Anfernee Dijksteel - 8
After an injury-hit 2019/20 season, the defender has taken his game to another level this campaign. Dijksteel has performed well on the right of a back three and at right-back. Unfortunately he has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury. Photo: George Wood
. Grant Hall - 7
It's been a frustrating first season at Boro for the centre-back who has only made 11 league appearances due to injury setbacks. Since returning to the first team in February, Hall has been excellent in the heart of the Teessiders defence, which is a testament to his character and determination to get back. 7 Photo: Stu Forster
. Dael Fry - 9
Warnock has consistently praised the 23-year-old centre-back who has been at the heart of Boro's defence for most of the campaign. Fry has looked back to his best this season and been a commanding figure at the back. 9 Photo: Getty Images
. Paddy McNair - 9
The Northern Ireland international is the only outfield player who has played every minute of every game. McNair has been outstanding at the back and impressed after moving into midfield in recent weeks. 9 Photo: Alex Pantling
. Darnell Fisher - 7
After arriving in January from Preston, the 26-year-old right-back made an impressive start to his Boro career before an Achilles issue caused him to miss a few games. 7 Photo: Catherine Ivill
. Marc Bola - 8
After being sent out to Blackpool on loan last season, the 23-year-old has become Boro's first-choice left back this season and performed consistently throughout the campaign. 8 Photo: Alex Burstow
1. Marcus Bettinelli - 6.5
It's been a mixed season for the Fulham loanee. Bettinelli has kept 13 clean sheets in the Championship this season but has also made some costly mistakes. 6.5 Photo: Alex Burstow
2. Anfernee Dijksteel - 8
After an injury-hit 2019/20 season, the defender has taken his game to another level this campaign. Dijksteel has performed well on the right of a back three and at right-back. Unfortunately he has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury. Photo: George Wood
3. Grant Hall - 7
It's been a frustrating first season at Boro for the centre-back who has only made 11 league appearances due to injury setbacks. Since returning to the first team in February, Hall has been excellent in the heart of the Teessiders defence, which is a testament to his character and determination to get back. 7 Photo: Stu Forster
4. Dael Fry - 9
Warnock has consistently praised the 23-year-old centre-back who has been at the heart of Boro's defence for most of the campaign. Fry has looked back to his best this season and been a commanding figure at the back. 9 Photo: Getty Images