Serving 233 students in grades 6-8, Cordova 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 29% (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 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cordova 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
Cordova Middle School's student population of 233 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Cordova 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 Cordova Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2013 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
36%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cordova Middle School's ranking?
Cordova Middle School is ranked #2013 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cordova Middle School often compared to?
Cordova Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellerbe Middle School, Hamlet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Cordova Middle School?
233 students attend Cordova Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Cordova Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cordova Middle School?
Cordova Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cordova Middle School offer ?
Cordova Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cordova Middle School part of?
Cordova Middle School is part of Richmond County Schools.
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