Serving 193 students in grades 7-8, Elkin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkin Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elkin, NC, covering approximately 26.4 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary reaching 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elkin Middle School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Member Succeeds
School Rankings
Elkin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkin Middle School is 0.49, 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
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkin Middle School's ranking?
Elkin Middle School is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Elkin Middle School?
193 students attend Elkin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Elkin Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkin Middle School?
Elkin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkin Middle School offer ?
Elkin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkin Middle School part of?
Elkin Middle School is part of Elkin City Schools.
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