Serving 451 students in grades 7-8, Maiden Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 35% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Maiden Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Maiden, NC, covering an area of approximately 72.9 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maiden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Maiden Middle School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maiden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maiden Middle School is 0.54, 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
#925 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maiden Middle School's ranking?
Maiden Middle School is ranked #925 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Maiden Middle School often compared to?
Maiden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton-conover Middle School, Jacobs Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Maiden Middle School?
451 students attend Maiden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Maiden Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maiden Middle School?
Maiden Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Maiden Middle School offer ?
Maiden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maiden Middle School part of?
Maiden Middle School is part of Catawba County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
amazing school go to I learn a lot not many people I know gets in trouble and most of the teachers is funny
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