Serving 464 students in grades 6-8, Eastern Wayne 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 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastern Wayne Middle School's student population of 464 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Eastern Wayne 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 Eastern Wayne Middle School is 0.61, 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
#2188 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)28%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
58%
25%
White
17%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Wayne Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Wayne Middle School is ranked #2188 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Eastern Wayne Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Wayne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Middle School, Grantham Middle School, Dillard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Eastern Wayne Middle School?
464 students attend Eastern Wayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Eastern Wayne Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern Wayne Middle School?
Eastern Wayne Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastern Wayne Middle School offer ?
Eastern Wayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Wayne Middle School part of?
Eastern Wayne Middle School is part of Wayne County School District.
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