Serving 536 students in grades 7-8, Erwin 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erwin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Erwin Middle School's student population of 536 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Warriors
School Rankings
Erwin 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 Erwin Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1917 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)36%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
51%
43%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erwin Middle School's ranking?
Erwin Middle School is ranked #1917 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Erwin Middle School often compared to?
Erwin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asheville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Erwin Middle School?
536 students attend Erwin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Erwin Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erwin Middle School?
Erwin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Erwin Middle School offer ?
Erwin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erwin Middle School part of?
Erwin Middle School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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