Serving 242 students in grades 6-8, Pamlico County 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pamlico County Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bayboro, NC, encompassing approximately 561.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.5 miles and the furthest edge located 28.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pamlico County Middle School's student population of 242 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
16660 acres
School Motto
'Where the land and sky meet the water.'
School Rankings
Pamlico County 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 Pamlico County Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1577 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)33.5%
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 (13-14)
10%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Pamlico County Middle School's ranking?
Pamlico County Middle School is ranked #1577 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pamlico County Middle School?
242 students attend Pamlico County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pamlico County Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pamlico County Middle School?
Pamlico County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pamlico County Middle School offer ?
Pamlico County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pamlico County Middle School part of?
Pamlico County Middle School is part of Pamlico County Schools.
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