Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Mount Airy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Airy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mount Airy Middle School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Airy Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Airy Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1193 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
59%
42%
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 (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Granite Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Airy Middle School's ranking?
Mount Airy Middle School is ranked #1193 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mount Airy Middle School often compared to?
Mount Airy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowview Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mount Airy Middle School?
395 students attend Mount Airy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mount Airy Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Airy Middle School?
Mount Airy Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mount Airy Middle School offer ?
Mount Airy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Airy Middle School part of?
Mount Airy Middle School is part of Mount Airy City Schools.
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