Serving 467 students in grades 6-8, Southwestern Randolph 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwestern Randolph Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Southwestern Randolph 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 Southwestern Randolph Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1718 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Hispanic
33%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
61%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Randolph Middle School's ranking?
Southwestern Randolph Middle School is ranked #1718 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southwestern Randolph Middle School often compared to?
Southwestern Randolph Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Asheboro Middle School, North Asheboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Randolph Middle School?
467 students attend Southwestern Randolph Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Southwestern Randolph Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Randolph Middle School?
Southwestern Randolph Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwestern Randolph Middle School offer ?
Southwestern Randolph Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Randolph Middle School part of?
Southwestern Randolph Middle School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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