Serving 961 students in grades 6-8, Jamestown 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jamestown Middle School's student population of 961 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jamestown 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 Jamestown Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1740 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
42%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
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 Jamestown Middle School's ranking?
Jamestown Middle School is ranked #1740 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jamestown Middle School?
961 students attend Jamestown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jamestown Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamestown Middle School?
Jamestown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jamestown Middle School offer ?
Jamestown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jamestown Middle School part of?
Jamestown Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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