Serving 484 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth City 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 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabeth City Middle serves the northwest part of its school district in Elizabeth City, NC, covering an area of approximately 133.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth City Middle School's student population of 484 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
ECMS Amplified...Our vision, Our goals, Our Hive!
School Rankings
Elizabeth City 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 Elizabeth City Middle School is 0.68, 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
#2245 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)27%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
44%
24%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth City Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth City Middle School is ranked #2245 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elizabeth City Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Academy Of Aerospace & Advtech 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 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth City Middle School?
484 students attend Elizabeth City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Elizabeth City Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth City Middle School?
Elizabeth City Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabeth City Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth City Middle School part of?
Elizabeth City Middle School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank School District.
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