Middle College serves 31 students in grades 10-13.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-13
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Middle College's student population of 31 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Middle College is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
79%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
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 the graduation rate of Middle College?
The graduation rate of Middle College is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Middle College?
31 students attend Middle College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Middle College students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle College?
Middle College has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middle College offer ?
Middle College offers enrollment in grades 10-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle College part of?
Middle College is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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