Serving 414 students in grades 6-8, River Road 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 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: River Road Middle serves the southeastern part of Elizabeth City, NC, covering an area of approximately 156 square miles. Families typically drive about 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Road Middle School's student population of 414 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Road 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 River Road Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2294 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Road Middle School's ranking?
River Road Middle School is ranked #2294 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend River Road Middle School?
414 students attend River Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of River Road Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Road Middle School?
River Road Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Road Middle School offer ?
River Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Road Middle School part of?
River Road Middle School is part of Elizabeth City-Pasquotank School District.
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