Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, C M Eppes 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 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
C M Eppes Middle School's student population of 623 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
C M Eppes 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 C M Eppes Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2012 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
66%
25%
White
19%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pitt County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C M Eppes Middle School's ranking?
C M Eppes Middle School is ranked #2012 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are C M Eppes Middle School often compared to?
C M Eppes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E B Aycock Middle School, Hope Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend C M Eppes Middle School?
623 students attend C M Eppes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of C M Eppes Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C M Eppes Middle School?
C M Eppes Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does C M Eppes Middle School offer ?
C M Eppes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C M Eppes Middle School part of?
C M Eppes Middle School is part of Pitt County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
C.M Eppes is one of the best schools EVER, they make learning fun. The teachers really help you bring grades up and its just amazing. GO C.M EPPES home of the BULLDOGS(: but now i live in Lousiana an dgo to WFMS until now i realized of what a good school Eppes is and i wish i was back.
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