Tryon Middle School serves 236 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 16% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Tryon Middle School?
236 students attend Tryon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Tryon Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Tryon Middle School offer ?
Tryon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tryon Middle School part of?
Tryon Middle School is part of Polk County Schools School District.
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