Serving 277 students in grades 4-8, Conway 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 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conway Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Conway Middle School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Conway 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 Conway Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2111 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
7%
21%

Black
77%
25%

White
10%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conway Middle School's ranking?
Conway Middle School is ranked #2111 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Conway Middle School?
277 students attend Conway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Conway Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Conway Middle School?
Conway Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Conway Middle School offer ?
Conway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Conway Middle School part of?
Conway Middle School is part of Northampton County Schools School District.
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