Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Waynesville 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 52% (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 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waynesville Middle serves the northwest part of Waynesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 356.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 16 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waynesville Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
727 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 ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waynesville 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 Waynesville 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
#1048 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)52%
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)
81%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)25%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Waynesville Middle School's ranking?
Waynesville Middle School is ranked #1048 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Waynesville Middle School often compared to?
Waynesville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton Middle School, Bethel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Waynesville Middle School?
727 students attend Waynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Waynesville Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesville Middle School?
Waynesville Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waynesville Middle School offer ?
Waynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waynesville Middle School part of?
Waynesville Middle School is part of Haywood County Schools.
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