Serving 782 students in grades 6-8, Southern Nash 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 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Nash Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southern Nash Middle School's student population of 782 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Southern Nash 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 Southern Nash Middle School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2191 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
39%
21%
Black
19%
25%
White
37%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Southern Nash Middle School's ranking?
Southern Nash Middle School is ranked #2191 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southern Nash Middle School often compared to?
Southern Nash Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Mount Preparatory, Nash Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Southern Nash Middle School?
782 students attend Southern Nash Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Southern Nash Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Nash Middle School?
Southern Nash Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Nash Middle School offer ?
Southern Nash Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Nash Middle School part of?
Southern Nash Middle School is part of Nash County School District.
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