Serving 414 students in grades 7-8, Anson 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 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anson Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Wadesboro, NC, encompassing approximately 537.1 square miles. Families typically live 20-30 minutes away from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 12.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 18.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anson Middle School's student population of 414 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anson Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2282 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
Showing 2004–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anson Middle School's ranking?
Anson Middle School is ranked #2282 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Anson Middle School often compared to?
Anson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Stanly Middle School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Anson Middle School?
414 students attend Anson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Anson Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anson Middle School?
Anson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anson Middle School offer ?
Anson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anson Middle School part of?
Anson Middle School is part of Anson County Schools.
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