Serving 517 students in grades 6-8, Rochelle 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 20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochelle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rochelle Middle School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Rankings
Rochelle 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 Rochelle Middle School is 0.24, 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
#2457 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
87%
24%
White
2%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
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 Rochelle Middle School's ranking?
Rochelle Middle School is ranked #2457 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rochelle Middle School often compared to?
Rochelle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodington Middle School, E B Frink Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rochelle Middle School?
517 students attend Rochelle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rochelle Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochelle Middle School?
Rochelle Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rochelle Middle School offer ?
Rochelle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rochelle Middle School part of?
Rochelle Middle School is part of Lenoir County School District.
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