Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Rockingham County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockingham County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rockingham County Middle School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Rockingham County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockingham County Middle School is 0.43, 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
#903 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
74%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockingham County Middle School's ranking?
Rockingham County Middle School is ranked #903 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rockingham County Middle School often compared to?
Rockingham County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethany Community School, Western Rockingham Middle School, Reidsville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rockingham County Middle School?
750 students attend Rockingham County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rockingham County Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockingham County Middle School?
Rockingham County Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockingham County Middle School offer ?
Rockingham County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockingham County Middle School part of?
Rockingham County Middle School is part of Rockingham County Schools.
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