Serving 236 students in grades 6-8, Burgaw 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 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burgaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burgaw Middle School's student population of 236 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Burgaw 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 Burgaw Middle School is 0.68, 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
#2381 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)21%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
42%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burgaw Middle School's ranking?
Burgaw Middle School is ranked #2381 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Burgaw Middle School often compared to?
Burgaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape Fear Middle School, West Pender Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Burgaw Middle School?
236 students attend Burgaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Burgaw Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burgaw Middle School?
Burgaw Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burgaw Middle School offer ?
Burgaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burgaw Middle School part of?
Burgaw Middle School is part of Pender County Schools.
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