Serving 192 students in grades 6-8, Elise 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elise Middle serves the northwest part of Robbins, NC, covering an area of approximately 93.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-15 minutes from the school, with an average distance of about 5.1 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 10.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elise Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elise Middle School's student population of 192 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elise 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 Elise Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1873 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)36%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
59%
22%
Black
14%
24%
White
21%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elise Middle School's ranking?
Elise Middle School is ranked #1873 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elise Middle School often compared to?
Elise Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stars Charter, New Century Middle School, Crain's Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elise Middle School?
192 students attend Elise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Elise Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elise Middle School?
Elise Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elise Middle School offer ?
Elise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elise Middle School part of?
Elise Middle School is part of Moore County Schools.
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