Trexler Middle School

112 East Foy Street
Richlands, NC 28574
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4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 759 students in grades 6-8, Trexler 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 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 759 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 73% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Overview

Trexler Middle School's student population of 759 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
759 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
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School Rankings

Trexler 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 Trexler Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#1736 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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(21-22)
39%
51%
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42%
50%
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73%
63%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
15%
21%
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Black
10%
25%
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White
66%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.53
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
68%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Trexler Middle School's ranking?
Trexler Middle School is ranked #1736 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Trexler Middle School often compared to?
Trexler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swansboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Trexler Middle School?
759 students attend Trexler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Trexler Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trexler Middle School?
Trexler Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trexler Middle School offer ?
Trexler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trexler Middle School part of?
Trexler Middle School is part of Onslow County Schools.

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2   10/10/2025
This school is very complacent about bullying. The administration is very conscientious about numbers and does not consider the feelings of people.
- Posted by Parent - taxim

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 759 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 73% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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