Serving 688 students in grades 6-8, Northwoods Park 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 33% (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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwoods Park Middle School's student population of 688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwoods Park 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 Northwoods Park Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1835 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
27%
25%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwoods Park Middle School's ranking?
Northwoods Park Middle School is ranked #1835 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwoods Park Middle School often compared to?
Northwoods Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bridge Middle School, Southwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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 Northwoods Park Middle School?
688 students attend Northwoods Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Northwoods Park Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwoods Park Middle School?
Northwoods Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwoods Park Middle School offer ?
Northwoods Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwoods Park Middle School part of?
Northwoods Park Middle School is part of Onslow County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 5/1/2020
During 8th grade they would only let us use the bathroom 3 times a week, and once my science teacher yelled at me for not changing my tampon fast enough. I think that really just shows what this school is like.
4 3/20/2020
Good school! Needs more work though! Amazing environment for learning and practicing new skills!
1 3/12/2020
They lie often; they do not meet Onslow county expectations.
4 2/26/2018
I love this school. Amazing school and staff,Students are okay ,
5 3/14/2014
its a great school u should go to nwpm i luv it
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