Serving 717 students in grades 6-8, West Pine 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 66% (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 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Pine Middle serves the southwest part of West End, NC, covering an area of approximately 157 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Pine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Pine Middle School's student population of 717 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Pine 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 West Pine Middle School is 0.45, 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
#550 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
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)
84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. 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 West Pine Middle School's ranking?
West Pine Middle School is ranked #550 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Pine Middle School often compared to?
West Pine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 West Pine Middle School?
717 students attend West Pine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Pine Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Pine Middle School?
West Pine 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 Pine Middle School offer ?
West Pine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Pine Middle School part of?
West Pine Middle School is part of Moore County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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