Serving 606 students in grades 5-6, Kings Mountain Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kings Mountain Intermediate's student population of 606 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kings Mountain Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kings Mountain Intermediate is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#714 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Mountain Intermediate's ranking?
Kings Mountain Intermediate is ranked #714 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Kings Mountain Intermediate?
606 students attend Kings Mountain Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kings Mountain Intermediate students are White, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kings Mountain Intermediate?
Kings Mountain Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kings Mountain Intermediate offer ?
Kings Mountain Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Kings Mountain Intermediate part of?
Kings Mountain Intermediate is part of Cleveland County Schools School District.
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