Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, W A Pattillo 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 13% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
W A Pattillo Middle School's student population of 289 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
W A Pattillo 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 W A Pattillo Middle School is 0.42, 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
#2564 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)13%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
75%
24%
White
10%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W A Pattillo Middle School's ranking?
W A Pattillo Middle School is ranked #2564 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend W A Pattillo Middle School?
289 students attend W A Pattillo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of W A Pattillo Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W A Pattillo Middle School?
W A Pattillo Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does W A Pattillo Middle School offer ?
W A Pattillo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is W A Pattillo Middle School part of?
W A Pattillo Middle School is part of Edgecombe County School District.
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