Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, East Iredell 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 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Iredell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Iredell Middle School's student population of 332 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
East Iredell 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 East Iredell Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2210 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
38%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Iredell Middle School's ranking?
East Iredell Middle School is ranked #2210 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Iredell Middle School often compared to?
East Iredell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Third Creek Middle School, West Iredell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Iredell Middle School?
332 students attend East Iredell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of East Iredell Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Iredell Middle School?
East Iredell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Iredell Middle School offer ?
East Iredell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Iredell Middle School part of?
East Iredell Middle School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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