Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Kiser 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiser Middle School's student population of 900 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Kiser 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 Kiser Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1170 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
41%
25%
White
40%
43%
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
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 Kiser Middle School's ranking?
Kiser Middle School is ranked #1170 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Kiser Middle School often compared to?
Kiser Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Kiser Middle School?
900 students attend Kiser Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kiser Middle School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kiser Middle School?
Kiser Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kiser Middle School offer ?
Kiser Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiser Middle School part of?
Kiser Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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