Serving 497 students in grades 6-8, Eastern Wayne 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 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Wayne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eastern Wayne Middle School's student population of 497 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern Wayne 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 Eastern Wayne Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1864 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
58%
25%
White
18%
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
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Wayne Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Wayne Middle School is ranked #1864 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Eastern Wayne Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Wayne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Middle School, Dillard Middle School, Grantham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Eastern Wayne Middle School?
497 students attend Eastern Wayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Eastern Wayne Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Wayne Middle School?
Eastern Wayne Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastern Wayne Middle School offer ?
Eastern Wayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eastern Wayne Middle School part of?
Eastern Wayne Middle School is part of Wayne County Public Schools School District.
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