Serving 402 students in grades 6-8, South Stanly 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 41% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Stanly Middle serves the southeastern part of Norwood, NC, covering an area of approximately 108.5 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Stanly Middle School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Stanly 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 Stanly Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1873 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)
41%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 21-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 Stanly Middle School's ranking?
South Stanly Middle School is ranked #1873 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Stanly Middle School often compared to?
South Stanly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, Anson Middle 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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Stanly Middle School?
402 students attend South Stanly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Stanly Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Stanly Middle School?
South Stanly Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Stanly Middle School offer ?
South Stanly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Stanly Middle School part of?
South Stanly Middle School is part of Stanly County Schools.
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