Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, West Pender 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 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Pender Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Pender Middle School's student population of 172 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Pender 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 West Pender 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
#1988 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
37%
25%
White
30%
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
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
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 West Pender Middle School's ranking?
West Pender Middle School is ranked #1988 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Pender Middle School often compared to?
West Pender Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topsail Middle School, Burgaw Middle School, Cape Fear Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend West Pender Middle School?
172 students attend West Pender Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of West Pender Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Pender Middle School?
West Pender Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Pender Middle School offer ?
West Pender Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Pender Middle School part of?
West Pender Middle School is part of Pender County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/19/2014
Up and coming school in which many positive changes have taken place over the past few years. All students are being provided a comprehensive education experience in which they now have all core classes and at least two electives daily. Additional extra- curricular opportunities are available for all student. The current staff is well trained and have a big heart for the children and having high expectations for all students .
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