Serving 562 students in grades 6-8, China Grove 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
China Grove Middle School's student population of 562 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
China Grove 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 China Grove Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1990 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
70%
43%
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
96%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is China Grove Middle School's ranking?
China Grove Middle School is ranked #1990 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are China Grove Middle School often compared to?
China Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corriher Lipe Middle School, Southeast 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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend China Grove Middle School?
562 students attend China Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of China Grove Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of China Grove Middle School?
China Grove Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does China Grove Middle School offer ?
China Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is China Grove Middle School part of?
China Grove Middle School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2014
I have no problem with my daughter at this school and we came from out of stare. Keep on mind that
sometimes it can be the student themselves that could be causing the issue look into it more before digging on the school
and remember the student have to learn to solve the problems themselves also, you wont be there when they are out on the real world. But do bare in mind every situation is not the same.
2 5/12/2014
Horrible school came from another area not in the click of the Teacher/Parents that grew up together in their little town of China Grove. My son was bullied all year long until we move him to another school. Not much help from the teachers or coaches was told my son was making it up until other students got involed and spoke up for my son. I hope no other kids go through what my son went though at that school.
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