Serving 305 students in grades 5-8, Elizabethtown 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 9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabethtown Middle serves the northeast part of its school district in Elizabethtown, NC, covering an area of approximately 333.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 16.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 18.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabethtown Middle School's student population of 305 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown Middle School is 0.64, 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
#2569 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)9%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabethtown Middle School's ranking?
Elizabethtown Middle School is ranked #2569 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elizabethtown Middle School?
305 students attend Elizabethtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Elizabethtown Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabethtown Middle School?
Elizabethtown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elizabethtown Middle School offer ?
Elizabethtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabethtown Middle School part of?
Elizabethtown Middle School is part of Bladen County Schools.
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