Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, Newton-conover 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton-conover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Newton-conover Middle School's student population of 603 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newton-conover 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 Newton-conover Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1442 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
39%
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
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton-conover Middle School's ranking?
Newton-conover Middle School is ranked #1442 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Newton-conover Middle School often compared to?
Newton-conover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maiden Middle School, Jacobs Fork Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Newton-conover Middle School?
603 students attend Newton-conover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Newton-conover Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton-conover Middle School?
Newton-conover Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newton-conover Middle School offer ?
Newton-conover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newton-conover Middle School part of?
Newton-conover Middle School is part of Newton Conover City Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 6/22/2015
I have been very pleased with the NEWTON-CONOVER School system, we moved just so our children could attend here and we could not be more pleased with how our children are doing and how well we are treated when we go by the school, they know you by name and everyone is always very helpful. My youngest of 3 will be in middle school next year.
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