Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Avery 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 43% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Avery Middle School's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avery Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avery Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1118 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avery Middle School's ranking?
Avery Middle School is ranked #1118 out of 2,568 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Avery Middle School?
257 students attend Avery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Avery Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avery Middle School?
Avery Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Avery Middle School offer ?
Avery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Avery Middle School part of?
Avery Middle School is part of Avery County Schools School District.
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