Serving 894 students in grades 6-8, Western Alamance Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Alamance Middle School's student population of 894 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Student Centered, Future Focused!
School Rankings
Western Alamance Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Alamance Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1188 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
22%
25%
White
48%
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
48%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
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 Western Alamance Middle School's ranking?
Western Alamance Middle School is ranked #1188 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Western Alamance Middle School often compared to?
Western Alamance Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Alamance Middle School, Broadview Middle School, Turrentine Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Western Alamance Middle School?
894 students attend Western Alamance Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Western Alamance Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Alamance Middle School?
Western Alamance Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Western Alamance Middle School offer ?
Western Alamance Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Alamance Middle School part of?
Western Alamance Middle School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools School District.
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