Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Newton-conover 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton-Conover Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Conover, NC, covering approximately 20.9 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newton-conover Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Personalize and Collaborate for the Children we Serve
School Rankings
Newton-conover 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 Newton-conover Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1442 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 Newton-conover Middle School's ranking?
Newton-conover Middle School is ranked #1442 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Newton-conover Middle School often compared to?
Newton-conover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maiden Middle School, Jacobs Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Newton-conover Middle School?
559 students attend Newton-conover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Newton-conover Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton-conover Middle School?
Newton-conover Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newton-conover Middle School offer ?
Newton-conover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton-conover Middle School part of?
Newton-conover Middle School is part of Newton Conover City Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have been very pleased with the NEWTON-CONOVER School system, we moved just so our children could attend here and we could not be more pleased with how our children are doing and how well we are treated when we go by the school, they know you by name and everyone is always very helpful. My youngest of 3 will be in middle school next year.
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