Serving 837 students in grades 5-8, Topsail Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Topsail Middle serves the southeast part of Hampstead, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 133 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Topsail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Topsail Middle School's student population of 837 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Pender County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, immigrant status, English-speaking status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or N.C. law in its programs or
School Rankings
Topsail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Topsail Middle School is 0.30, 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
#473 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Topsail Middle School's ranking?
Topsail Middle School is ranked #473 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Topsail Middle School often compared to?
Topsail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surf City Middle School, West Pender Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Topsail Middle School?
837 students attend Topsail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Topsail Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Topsail Middle School?
Topsail Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Topsail Middle School offer ?
Topsail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Topsail Middle School part of?
Topsail Middle School is part of Pender County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The academic programs themselves in this school are quite fine. But only that of what you would expect a basic school to have. No availability of many sports and no electives. Some academic awards are presented to the students though. But the facilities are horrible. It is a run down over populated school. Just terrible. This site should also update because the races in this school have greatly changed. But as far as I am concerned it is a terrible school.
1 10/10/2025
The administration needs to get their act together! I have witnessed a consistent theme of unfairness towards particular groups of students. I am disappointed and it must be stopped!
5 10/10/2025
It is awesome i don"t know what you people are talking about it is a great school to come.
3 10/10/2025
There is no vocal music program at this school. What little they had is slowly dying out and the Board of Education is content with that. If your child wants to pursue a career in singing or music education, or just needs that creative outlet for their emotional health, avoid Pender County schools.
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