Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Terrell Lane 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terrell Lane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Terrell Lane Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terrell Lane 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 Terrell Lane Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1697 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
38%
25%
White
27%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Terrell Lane Middle School's ranking?
Terrell Lane Middle School is ranked #1697 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Terrell Lane Middle School often compared to?
Terrell Lane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunn Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Terrell Lane Middle School?
395 students attend Terrell Lane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Terrell Lane Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terrell Lane Middle School?
Terrell Lane Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Terrell Lane Middle School offer ?
Terrell Lane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Terrell Lane Middle School part of?
Terrell Lane Middle School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 11/2/2018
This school is really amazing, never thought i was going to make it . But thanks to all the other teacher that taught me iv'e made it through so far.
5 10/5/2018
This school is amazing! The staff here really care about these children. The principal is great! They truly care about education and your child`s success! My little man is soaring in ways I never thought possible! Keep up the great work tornadoes!!!
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