Serving 522 students in grades 6-8, West Lee 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 32% (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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lee Middle School's student population of 522 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
West Lee 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 West Lee Middle School is 0.63, 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
#2023 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
55%
22%
Black
19%
24%
White
19%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lee Middle School's ranking?
West Lee Middle School is ranked #2023 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Lee Middle School often compared to?
West Lee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lee Middle School, Sanlee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 West Lee Middle School?
522 students attend West Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Lee Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lee Middle School?
West Lee Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lee Middle School offer ?
West Lee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lee Middle School part of?
West Lee Middle School is part of Lee County Schools.
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