Serving 443 students in grades 7-8, Jacobs Fork Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacobs Fork Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jacobs Fork Middle School's student population of 443 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Jacobs Fork Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacobs Fork Middle School is 0.51, which is less 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
#739 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
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 Jacobs Fork Middle School's ranking?
Jacobs Fork Middle School is ranked #739 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jacobs Fork Middle School often compared to?
Jacobs Fork Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton-conover Middle School, Maiden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jacobs Fork Middle School?
443 students attend Jacobs Fork Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jacobs Fork Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacobs Fork Middle School?
Jacobs Fork Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jacobs Fork Middle School offer ?
Jacobs Fork Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacobs Fork Middle School part of?
Jacobs Fork Middle School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
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