Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, South Edgecombe 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Edgecombe Middle serves the southern part of Pinetops, NC, covering an area of approximately 133.9 square miles. Most families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Edgecombe Middle School's student population of 271 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Edgecombe 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 South Edgecombe Middle School is 0.68, 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
#2009 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)50.2%
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 South Edgecombe Middle School's ranking?
South Edgecombe Middle School is ranked #2009 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Edgecombe Middle School often compared to?
South Edgecombe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Edgecombe High School, Edgecombe Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Edgecombe Middle School?
271 students attend South Edgecombe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of South Edgecombe Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Edgecombe Middle School?
South Edgecombe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Edgecombe Middle School offer ?
South Edgecombe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Edgecombe Middle School part of?
South Edgecombe Middle School is part of Edgecombe County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school had an absolutely fantastic principal there and the school system let him get away!!!! A whole bunch of teachers have left and the new principal is weak!!!!
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