Serving 256 students in grades 6-8, Beaufort Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaufort Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beaufort Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We are a safe place to learn, grow, and better ourselves each day.
School Rankings
Beaufort Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaufort Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1095 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)53%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaufort Middle School's ranking?
Beaufort Middle School is ranked #1095 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Beaufort Middle School often compared to?
Beaufort Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School, Broad Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Beaufort Middle School?
256 students attend Beaufort Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Beaufort Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaufort Middle School?
Beaufort Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beaufort Middle School offer ?
Beaufort Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beaufort Middle School part of?
Beaufort Middle School is part of Carteret County School District.
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