Serving 202 students in grades 6-8, Ellerbe 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellerbe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ellerbe Middle School's student population of 202 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ellerbe 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 Ellerbe Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1373 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
26%
25%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellerbe Middle School's ranking?
Ellerbe Middle School is ranked #1373 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ellerbe Middle School often compared to?
Ellerbe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamlet Middle School, Cordova Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ellerbe Middle School?
202 students attend Ellerbe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ellerbe Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellerbe Middle School?
Ellerbe Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ellerbe Middle School offer ?
Ellerbe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellerbe Middle School part of?
Ellerbe Middle School is part of Richmond County Schools School District.
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