Serving 678 students in grades 5-8, Saint Pauls 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 18% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Pauls Middle serves the northeast part of its school district in Saint Pauls, NC, covering an area of approximately 80.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saint Pauls Middle School's student population of 678 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Saint Pauls 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 Saint Pauls Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2485 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)18%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
51%
22%
Black
22%
24%
White
10%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Pauls Middle School's ranking?
Saint Pauls Middle School is ranked #2485 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Saint Pauls Middle School?
678 students attend Saint Pauls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Saint Pauls Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Pauls Middle School?
Saint Pauls Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Saint Pauls Middle School offer ?
Saint Pauls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Pauls Middle School part of?
Saint Pauls Middle School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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