Middle Schools in Montgomery County Schools

The Montgomery County Schools district in North Carolina is home to two middle schools: East Middle and West Middle. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and provide a glimpse into the educational landscape of the region.

While both schools struggle to meet state and district averages in academic performance, there are notable differences between them. East Middle has a majority Hispanic student population (52.55%) and a significantly higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (85.14%), indicating a more economically disadvantaged student body. In contrast, West Middle has a majority White student population (47.25%) and a lower free and reduced lunch rate (72.17%). These demographic and socioeconomic differences may contribute to the observed performance gaps, with West Middle generally outperforming East Middle in test scores, particularly in the 6th and 7th grades.

The resource allocation between the two schools also varies, with West Middle spending $10,822 per student and having a lower student-teacher ratio of 14:1, compared to East Middle's $9,309 per-student spending and a higher ratio of 16.1:1. These differences in funding and staffing may contribute to the observed performance disparities between the schools. Overall, the data highlights the need for Montgomery County Schools to address the underlying factors that lead to these inequities and ensure that all students have access to high-quality education.