Serving 555 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elizabeth City Middle School's student population of 555 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth City Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2186 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
44%
25%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth City Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth City Middle School is ranked #2186 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth City Middle School?
555 students attend Elizabeth City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Elizabeth City Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth City Middle School?
Elizabeth City Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elizabeth City Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elizabeth City Middle School part of?
Elizabeth City Middle School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools School District.
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