Stanley Middle School

317 Hovis Road
Stanley, NC 28164
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Stanley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 50% in NC
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Stanley Middle School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
675 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
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School Rankings

Stanley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanley Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#927 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
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49%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Stanley Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
51%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Stanley Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
15%
20%
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Black
10%
25%
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White
69%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.49
This chart display the diversity score of Stanley Middle School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Stanley Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Stanley Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stanley Middle School's ranking?
Stanley Middle School is ranked #927 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Stanley Middle School often compared to?
Stanley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Holly Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Stanley Middle School?
675 students attend Stanley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stanley Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanley Middle School?
Stanley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stanley Middle School offer ?
Stanley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stanley Middle School part of?
Stanley Middle School is part of Gaston County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   7/17/2015
Great teachers. I have a child in 8th grade and one coming into 6th grade. No problems. Wonderful teachers. kids love them. If your child is interested in music. They have one awesome band teacher. She went to Stanley and her love for music is great. She has really made my daughter love for music come out. She loves it and now I am looking at my 2nd child starting.
- Posted by Parent - jj199
5   11/2/2009
a. All the teachers have graduated from high school and are great to work with. They teach their subject well and stay on subject. b. As a student, you get to choose either spanish and art, band, or chorus. You have your choice, but you can't do all three. Stanley Middle has basketball, football, soccer, track, golf, softball, baseball, and volleyball. You can pick from all those choices and have fun practicing and playing with the team even though sixth graders are not allowed to play. c. Acedemic and athletic awards are great. Period. d. The facilities (keep in mind that some of the kids parents attended this school and it has not been renovated since) is fair, but at least they have great janitors that thake their jobs very seriously! e. The level of parent involvement is great! They have a PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) that helps set up super school dances and awesome fundraisers!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - scool

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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