Serving 412 students in grades 6-8, John Chavis 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 43% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John Chavis Middle School serves the northwest part of Cherryville, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 49.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Chavis Middle School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
John Chavis 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 John Chavis Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1577 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)
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
John Chavis Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Chavis Middle School's ranking?
John Chavis Middle School is ranked #1577 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend John Chavis Middle School?
412 students attend John Chavis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of John Chavis Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Chavis Middle School?
John Chavis Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does John Chavis Middle School offer ?
John Chavis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Chavis Middle School part of?
John Chavis Middle School is part of Gaston County Schools.
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