Serving 517 students in grades 6-8, Ferndale 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 17% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferndale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ferndale Middle School's student population of 517 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ferndale 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 Ferndale Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2476 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)17%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
49%
25%
White
8%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
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 Ferndale Middle School's ranking?
Ferndale Middle School is ranked #2476 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ferndale Middle School often compared to?
Ferndale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Guilford Middle School, Welborn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ferndale Middle School?
517 students attend Ferndale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ferndale Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferndale Middle School?
Ferndale Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ferndale Middle School offer ?
Ferndale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferndale Middle School part of?
Ferndale Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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