Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, East Mcdowell 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 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Mcdowell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Mcdowell Middle School's student population of 392 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Mcdowell 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 East Mcdowell Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1526 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
70%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Mcdowell Middle School's ranking?
East Mcdowell Middle School is ranked #1526 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Mcdowell Middle School often compared to?
East Mcdowell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Mcdowell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Mcdowell Middle School?
392 students attend East Mcdowell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Mcdowell Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Mcdowell Middle School?
East Mcdowell Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Mcdowell Middle School offer ?
East Mcdowell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Mcdowell Middle School part of?
East Mcdowell Middle School is part of Mcdowell County Schools.
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