Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, Emma B Trask Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma B Trask Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emma B Trask Middle School's student population of 651 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emma B Trask Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma B Trask Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1195 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
14%
25%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma B Trask Middle School's ranking?
Emma B Trask Middle School is ranked #1195 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Emma B Trask Middle School often compared to?
Emma B Trask Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Shelter Middle School, M C S Noble Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Emma B Trask Middle School?
651 students attend Emma B Trask Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Emma B Trask Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emma B Trask Middle School?
Emma B Trask Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emma B Trask Middle School offer ?
Emma B Trask Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Emma B Trask Middle School part of?
Emma B Trask Middle School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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