Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, Coats-erwin 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 39% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coats-erwin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Coats-erwin Middle School's student population of 589 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Coats-erwin 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 Coats-erwin Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2018 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)31%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
42%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coats-erwin Middle School's ranking?
Coats-erwin Middle School is ranked #2018 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Coats-erwin Middle School often compared to?
Coats-erwin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harnett Central Middle School, Triton High School, Western Harnett 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Coats-erwin Middle School?
589 students attend Coats-erwin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Coats-erwin Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 18% 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 Coats-erwin Middle School?
Coats-erwin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coats-erwin Middle School offer ?
Coats-erwin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coats-erwin Middle School part of?
Coats-erwin Middle School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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