Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, North Rowan 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 11% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Rowan Middle School's student population of 564 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
North Rowan 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 North Rowan Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2541 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)11%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
41%
25%
White
18%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Rowan Middle School's ranking?
North Rowan Middle School is ranked #2541 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Rowan Middle School often compared to?
North Rowan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Rowan Middle School, Southeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Rowan Middle School?
564 students attend North Rowan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Rowan Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Rowan Middle School?
North Rowan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Rowan Middle School offer ?
North Rowan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Rowan Middle School part of?
North Rowan Middle School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools.
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