Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Kernodle Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kernodle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kernodle Middle School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Kernodle 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 Kernodle Middle School is 0.68, 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
#419 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kernodle Middle School's ranking?
Kernodle Middle School is ranked #419 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Kernodle Middle School often compared to?
Kernodle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Guilford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Kernodle Middle School?
709 students attend Kernodle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Kernodle Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kernodle Middle School?
Kernodle Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kernodle Middle School offer ?
Kernodle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kernodle Middle School part of?
Kernodle Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 3/19/2021
My child goes here, and she's been bullied all three years she's been going here. The teachers move on without the kids they get frustrated if they don't understand things. The school cheerleading team is racist and they pick from skin color and not performance. The school's guidance counselor does nothing about the bullying in the school. I've heard about plenty of girls fights that have gone on at this middle school and I am here to inform u that this school is undereducated, They do not seem to care about the children the kids practically run the school. Even the electives teachers are rude and obnoxious and I know my daughter well enough to not give anyone trouble because she's been to plenty of schools and never had any problems.
5 11/9/2020
This school is great other than 1 teacher I love this school so far. I can't wait to go for my first year of middle school!
2 11/11/2011
I go to this school! its a great laerning enviorment and they actually have 990 students and 57 teachers
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