Serving 377 students in grades 6-8, Toisnot 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 was 24% (which was lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 34% (which was lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 82% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2259 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
54%
25%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toisnot Middle School's ranking?
Toisnot Middle School is ranked #2259 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Toisnot Middle School?
377 students attend Toisnot Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Toisnot Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toisnot Middle School?
Toisnot Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Toisnot Middle School offer ?
Toisnot Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Toisnot Middle School part of?
Toisnot Middle School is part of Wilson County Schools School District.
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
