Serving 602 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 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanley Middle serves the northeast part of Stanley, NC, covering an area of approximately 38.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stanley Middle School's student population of 602 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Stanley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanley Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1005 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
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)30.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Greenwave
Source: 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 #1005 out of 2,617 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Stanley Middle School?
602 students attend Stanley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Stanley Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% 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 Stanley Middle School?
Stanley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stanley Middle School offer ?
Stanley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanley Middle School part of?
Stanley Middle School is part of Gaston County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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!
5 10/10/2025
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.
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