Serving 677 students in grades 6-8, C M Eppes 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C M Eppes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
C M Eppes Middle School's student population of 677 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C M Eppes Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C M Eppes Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1970 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
70%
25%
White
18%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C M Eppes Middle School's ranking?
C M Eppes Middle School is ranked #1970 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are C M Eppes Middle School often compared to?
C M Eppes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A G Cox Middle School, E B Aycock Middle School, Hope Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend C M Eppes Middle School?
677 students attend C M Eppes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of C M Eppes Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C M Eppes Middle School?
C M Eppes Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does C M Eppes Middle School offer ?
C M Eppes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is C M Eppes Middle School part of?
C M Eppes Middle School is part of Pitt County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2010
C.M Eppes is one of the best schools EVER, they make learning fun. The teachers really help you bring grades up and its just amazing. GO C.M EPPES home of the BULLDOGS(: but now i live in Lousiana an dgo to WFMS until now i realized of what a good school Eppes is and i wish i was back.
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