Serving 194 students in grades 5-8, Nakina 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nakina Middle School's student population of 194 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Nakina 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 Nakina Middle School is 0.56, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nakina Middle School's ranking?
Nakina Middle School is ranked #1444 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Nakina Middle School?
194 students attend Nakina Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Nakina Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nakina Middle School?
Nakina Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nakina Middle School offer ?
Nakina Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nakina Middle School part of?
Nakina Middle School is part of Columbus County Schools.
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