Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, South Edgecombe 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 20% (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 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Edgecombe Middle School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Edgecombe 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 South Edgecombe 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
#2130 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
41%
25%
White
38%
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
98%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Edgecombe Middle School's ranking?
South Edgecombe Middle School is ranked #2130 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Edgecombe Middle School often compared to?
South Edgecombe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Edgecombe High School, Edgecombe Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 South Edgecombe Middle School?
374 students attend South Edgecombe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of South Edgecombe Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Edgecombe Middle School?
South Edgecombe Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Edgecombe Middle School offer ?
South Edgecombe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Edgecombe Middle School part of?
South Edgecombe Middle School is part of Edgecombe County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 9/26/2007
This school had an absolutely fantastic principal there and the school system let him get away!!!! A whole bunch of teachers have left and the new principal is weak!!!!
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