Serving 958 students in grades 6-8, Swansboro Middle School ranks in the top 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swansboro Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swansboro Middle School's student population of 958 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Join 'aargh' crew; be a Pirate!
School Rankings
Swansboro 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 Swansboro Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1103 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
67%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Swansboro Middle School's ranking?
Swansboro Middle School is ranked #1103 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Swansboro Middle School often compared to?
Swansboro Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bridge Middle School, Trexler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Swansboro Middle School?
958 students attend Swansboro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Swansboro Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swansboro Middle School?
Swansboro Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swansboro Middle School offer ?
Swansboro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swansboro Middle School part of?
Swansboro Middle School is part of Onslow County Schools School District.
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