Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Middle serves the west part of Mount Gilead, NC, covering an area of approximately 325.6 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 20-30 minutes and distances from the school to the edge of the zone averaging 12 miles, reaching up to 21.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 343 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
West Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School is 0.68, 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
#2140 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #2140 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Stanly Middle School, Anson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
343 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Montgomery County Schools.
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