Serving 560 students in grades 6-8, E Lawson Brown 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: E Lawson Brown Middle serves the northeast area of Thomasville, NC, covering approximately 32.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
E Lawson Brown Middle School's student population of 560 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
E Lawson Brown 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 E Lawson Brown Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1593 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Golden Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E Lawson Brown Middle School's ranking?
E Lawson Brown Middle School is ranked #1593 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are E Lawson Brown Middle School often compared to?
E Lawson Brown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ledford Middle School, Thomasville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend E Lawson Brown Middle School?
560 students attend E Lawson Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of E Lawson Brown Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E Lawson Brown Middle School?
E Lawson Brown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does E Lawson Brown Middle School offer ?
E Lawson Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E Lawson Brown Middle School part of?
E Lawson Brown Middle School is part of Davidson County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The aademic programs are very good . We have band, art and about every spaort there isand we have some good extracurricular activities in the afternoon.We have a reallllllyyyyy good basket-ball tEAM WE HAVE WON MANY SPORTS AWARDS AND WE HAVE A REALLY GOOD CHOOL BAND FOR 6,7,AND 8TH. We have parnet involvement and sometime we see other people's mom's walking down the hall and everything. Overall this is a great school to go to and a very safe envirement for eveyone.
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