Serving 773 students in grades 6-8, Wiley Magnet 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wiley Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wiley Magnet Middle School's student population of 773 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wiley Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wiley Magnet Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1911 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
35%
25%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wiley Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Wiley Magnet Middle School is ranked #1911 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wiley Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Wiley Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Rock Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Hanes Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Wiley Magnet Middle School?
773 students attend Wiley Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wiley Magnet Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wiley Magnet Middle School?
Wiley Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wiley Magnet Middle School offer ?
Wiley Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wiley Magnet Middle School part of?
Wiley Magnet Middle School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2023
Amazing school amazing teachers students need more work on behavior but otherwise such an amazing school.
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