Serving 748 students in grades 6-8, Flat Rock 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Flat Rock Middle serves the southern part of East Flat Rock, NC, covering an area of approximately 130.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flat Rock Middle School's student population of 748 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
748 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
“As members of the Flat Rock Community, we will continue the legacy of positive contribution and instill the values of growth, success, and joy.”
School Rankings
Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1444 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Eagle Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Rock Middle School's ranking?
Flat Rock Middle School is ranked #1444 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Flat Rock Middle School often compared to?
Flat Rock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rugby Middle School, Hendersonville Middle School, Fernleaf by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Flat Rock Middle School?
748 students attend Flat Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Flat Rock Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flat Rock Middle School?
Flat Rock Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Flat Rock Middle School offer ?
Flat Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flat Rock Middle School part of?
Flat Rock Middle School is part of Henderson County Schools.
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