Serving 451 students in grades 7-8, Maiden Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maiden Middle School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maiden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maiden Middle School is 0.52, 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
#863 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
67%
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
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maiden Middle School's ranking?
Maiden Middle School is ranked #863 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Maiden Middle School often compared to?
Maiden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton-conover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Maiden Middle School?
451 students attend Maiden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Maiden Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maiden Middle School?
Maiden Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maiden Middle School offer ?
Maiden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Maiden Middle School part of?
Maiden Middle School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 4/26/2014
amazing school go to I learn a lot not many people I know gets in trouble and most of the teachers is funny
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