Serving 887 students in grades 6-8, Meadowlark Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowlark Middle School's student population of 887 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowlark Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowlark Middle School is 0.59, 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
#515 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
13%
25%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowlark Middle School's ranking?
Meadowlark Middle School is ranked #515 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Meadowlark Middle School often compared to?
Meadowlark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clemmons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Meadowlark Middle School?
887 students attend Meadowlark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Meadowlark Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowlark Middle School?
Meadowlark Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowlark Middle School offer ?
Meadowlark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Meadowlark Middle School part of?
Meadowlark Middle School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
This is a good school. It has been a School of Excellence for a good reason.
2 2/17/2011
If your child is academically gifted, this is not the right school. The AG program is very weak and it is aimed at middle of the road students. If your child is gifted, send to Jefferson or Hanes HAG program.
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