Serving 649 students in grades 6-8, North Rowan 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 11% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 84% 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: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Rowan Middle serves the northeast part of Spencer, NC, covering an area of approximately 58.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 4.6 miles and the furthest point reaching 7.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Rowan Middle School's student population of 649 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Rowan 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 North Rowan Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2541 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)11%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
44%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Rowan Middle School's ranking?
North Rowan Middle School is ranked #2541 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Rowan Middle School often compared to?
North Rowan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Rowan Middle School, Southeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Rowan Middle School?
649 students attend North Rowan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of North Rowan Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Rowan Middle School?
North Rowan Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Rowan Middle School offer ?
North Rowan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Rowan Middle School part of?
North Rowan Middle School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools.
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