Serving 602 students in grades 6-8, New Century 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: New Century Middle serves the northeast part of Cameron, NC, covering an area of approximately 161.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 13.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Century Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Century Middle School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
New Century 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 New Century Middle School is 0.39, 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
#956 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
77%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Century Middle School's ranking?
New Century Middle School is ranked #956 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Century Middle School often compared to?
New Century Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crain's Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend New Century Middle School?
602 students attend New Century Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of New Century Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Century Middle School?
New Century Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Century Middle School offer ?
New Century Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Century Middle School part of?
New Century Middle School is part of Moore County Schools.
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