Serving 855 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 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 855 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%)
- 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 855 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
83%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 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, Cape Fear 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?
855 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 District.
School Reviews
3 8/19/2021
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.
5 10/14/2017
It is awesome i don"t know what you people are talking about it is a great school to come.
1 6/10/2017
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!
2 2/14/2007
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.
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