Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Shallotte 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 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shallotte Middle serves the southwest part of its school district in Shallotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 116.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 13.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shallotte Middle School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness in a global society.
School Rankings
Shallotte 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 Shallotte 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
12%
24%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shallotte Middle School's ranking?
Shallotte Middle School is ranked #1577 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shallotte Middle School often compared to?
Shallotte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Grove Middle School, South Brunswick Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 Shallotte Middle School?
627 students attend Shallotte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Shallotte Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shallotte Middle School?
Shallotte Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shallotte Middle School offer ?
Shallotte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shallotte Middle School part of?
Shallotte Middle School is part of Brunswick County Schools.
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