Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Red Oak 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Oak Middle serves the northeast part of Battleboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 229.8 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 13.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Oak Middle School's student population of 840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Red Oak 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 Red Oak Middle School is 0.63, 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
#2183 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
53%
24%
White
29%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak Middle School's ranking?
Red Oak Middle School is ranked #2183 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Red Oak Middle School often compared to?
Red Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nash Central Middle School, Rocky Mount Middle School, Southern Nash Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Middle School?
840 students attend Red Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Red Oak Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Red Oak Middle School?
Red Oak Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Red Oak Middle School offer ?
Red Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Oak Middle School part of?
Red Oak Middle School is part of Nash County School District.
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