Serving 905 students in grades 6-8, Mendenhall 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendenhall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mendenhall Middle School's student population of 905 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
905 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Mendenhall 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 Mendenhall Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1444 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
50%
24%
White
18%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendenhall Middle School's ranking?
Mendenhall Middle School is ranked #1444 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mendenhall Middle School often compared to?
Mendenhall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiser Middle School, Greensboro Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mendenhall Middle School?
905 students attend Mendenhall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mendenhall Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendenhall Middle School?
Mendenhall Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mendenhall Middle School offer ?
Mendenhall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendenhall Middle School part of?
Mendenhall Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Mendenhall Middle School located?
Mendenhall Middle School is located in the New Irving Park neighborhood of Greensboro, NC.
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