Serving 167 students in grades 6-8, Andrews Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrews Middle serves the eastern part of its district in Andrews, NC, covering an area of approximately 93.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which stretches up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrews Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Andrews Middle School's student population of 167 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrews Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrews Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
78%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrews Middle School's ranking?
Andrews Middle School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Andrews Middle School?
167 students attend Andrews Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Andrews Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrews Middle School?
Andrews Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Andrews Middle School offer ?
Andrews Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrews Middle School part of?
Andrews Middle School is part of Cherokee County Schools.
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