Serving 491 students in grades 6-8, South Asheboro 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Asheboro Middle School's student population of 491 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
South Asheboro 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 South Asheboro Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2010 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
51%
22%
Black
15%
24%
White
26%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Asheboro City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Comets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Asheboro Middle School's ranking?
South Asheboro Middle School is ranked #2010 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Asheboro Middle School often compared to?
South Asheboro Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Asheboro Middle School, Southwestern Randolph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Asheboro Middle School?
491 students attend South Asheboro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of South Asheboro Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Asheboro Middle School?
South Asheboro Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Asheboro Middle School offer ?
South Asheboro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Asheboro Middle School part of?
South Asheboro Middle School is part of Asheboro City Schools.
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