Serving 476 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 15% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Rowan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Rowan Middle School's student population of 476 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Rowan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Rowan Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2350 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
41%
25%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
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 #2350 out of 2,568 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend North Rowan Middle School?
476 students attend North Rowan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Rowan Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Rowan Middle School offer ?
North Rowan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Rowan Middle School part of?
North Rowan Middle School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools School District.
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