Serving 298 students in grades 5-8, Tar Heel 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 15% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tar Heel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tar Heel Middle School's student population of 298 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tar Heel 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 Tar Heel Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2261 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
25%
25%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tar Heel Middle School's ranking?
Tar Heel Middle School is ranked #2261 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Tar Heel Middle School?
298 students attend Tar Heel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Tar Heel Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tar Heel Middle School?
Tar Heel Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tar Heel Middle School offer ?
Tar Heel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tar Heel Middle School part of?
Tar Heel Middle School is part of Bladen County Schools School District.
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