Serving 905 students in grades 6-8, Mendenhall 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 47% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mendenhall Middle serves the northern part of Greensboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 17.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendenhall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mendenhall Middle School's student population of 905 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
905 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mendenhall 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 Mendenhall Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1444 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)
47%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Mendenhall Middle School's ranking?
Mendenhall Middle School is ranked #1444 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mendenhall Middle School often compared to?
Mendenhall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiser Middle School, Greensboro Academy by visitors of our site.
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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mendenhall Middle School?
905 students attend Mendenhall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mendenhall Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendenhall Middle School?
Mendenhall Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mendenhall Middle School offer ?
Mendenhall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendenhall Middle School part of?
Mendenhall Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Mendenhall Middle School located?
Mendenhall Middle School is located in the New Irving Park neighborhood of Greensboro, NC.
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