Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Surf City Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surf City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Surf City Middle School's student population of 750 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Surf City Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surf City Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#599 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
83%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surf City Middle School's ranking?
Surf City Middle School is ranked #599 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Surf City Middle School often compared to?
Surf City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topsail Middle School, Dixon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Surf City Middle School?
750 students attend Surf City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Surf City Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surf City Middle School?
Surf City Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Surf City Middle School offer ?
Surf City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Surf City Middle School part of?
Surf City Middle School is part of Pender County Schools.
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