Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, West Alexander Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Alexander Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Alexander Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Alexander Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Alexander Middle School is 0.29, 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
#656 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
84%
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
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Alexander Middle School's ranking?
West Alexander Middle School is ranked #656 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Alexander Middle School often compared to?
West Alexander Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Alexander Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Alexander Middle School?
467 students attend West Alexander Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Alexander Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Alexander Middle School?
West Alexander Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Alexander Middle School offer ?
West Alexander Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Alexander Middle School part of?
West Alexander Middle School is part of Alexander County Schools School District.
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