Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Moyock 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 48% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moyock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moyock Middle School's student population of 621 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moyock 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 Moyock Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1208 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moyock Middle School's ranking?
Moyock Middle School is ranked #1208 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Moyock Middle School often compared to?
Moyock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Currituck County 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Moyock Middle School?
621 students attend Moyock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Moyock Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moyock Middle School?
Moyock Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moyock Middle School offer ?
Moyock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Moyock Middle School part of?
Moyock Middle School is part of Currituck County Schools School District.
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