Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, 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 16% (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 23:1 is higher 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).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anson Middle School's student population of 726 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anson 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 Anson Middle School is 0.58, 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
#2186 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
57%
25%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
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 #2186 out of 2,568 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 West Middle School, South Stanly Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% 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 Anson Middle School?
726 students attend Anson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Anson Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anson Middle School offer ?
Anson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Anson Middle School part of?
Anson Middle School is part of Anson County Schools School District.
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