Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, Wiley Magnet 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 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wiley Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wiley Magnet Middle School's student population of 754 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wiley Magnet 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 Wiley Magnet Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1957 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
23%
42%
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
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wiley Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Wiley Magnet Middle School is ranked #1957 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wiley Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Wiley Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Rock Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Hanes Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wiley Magnet Middle School?
754 students attend Wiley Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wiley Magnet Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wiley Magnet Middle School?
Wiley Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wiley Magnet Middle School offer ?
Wiley Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wiley Magnet Middle School part of?
Wiley Magnet Middle School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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