Serving 437 students in grades 6-8, William Ellis 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 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: William Ellis Middle serves the eastern part of Advance, NC, covering an area of approximately 77.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Ellis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William Ellis Middle School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We embrace the belief that learning is not just encouraged but required.
School Rankings
William Ellis 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 William Ellis Middle School is 0.40, 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
#650 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
76%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Ellis Middle School's ranking?
William Ellis Middle School is ranked #650 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are William Ellis Middle School often compared to?
William Ellis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Davie Middle School, South Davie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend William Ellis Middle School?
437 students attend William Ellis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of William Ellis Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Ellis Middle School?
William Ellis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Ellis Middle School offer ?
William Ellis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Ellis Middle School part of?
William Ellis Middle School is part of Davie County Schools.
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