New Bridge Middle

Summary:

New Bridge Middle is a public magnet middle school located in Jacksonville, North Carolina, serving grades 6-8 with a student population of 490. The school is part of the Onslow County Schools district, which is ranked 135 out of 242 districts in North Carolina and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

New Bridge Middle consistently outperforms the Onslow County Schools district and the state of North Carolina in academic proficiency across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, New Bridge Middle had significantly higher proficiency rates in Mathematics compared to the district and state. The school also has a more diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 50.82% White, 15.71% African American, 21.02% Hispanic, and 11.63% two or more races, which is higher than the nearby schools like Swansboro Middle, Dixon Middle, and Trexler Middle.

New Bridge Middle has consistently ranked in the top half of North Carolina middle schools, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past several years, which is higher than the Onslow County Schools district as a whole. The school's strong performance across various student subgroups, including female students, African American students, Hispanic students, and multi-racial students, is also noteworthy, with rankings often in the top half or top third of North Carolina middle schools.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 6-8

 401 New Bridge Street
       Jacksonville, NC  28540


(910) 346-5144

District: Onslow County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
165th of 793 North Carolina Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,907 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  17.5 Help
Number of students:  490

Racial breakdown:

White:
50.8%
Hispanic:
21.0%
African American:
15.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  39.8% Help


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Compare Details New Bridge Middle ranks better than 79.2% of middle schools in North Carolina. It also ranks first among 8 ranked middle schools in the Onslow County Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 75.76. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details New Bridge Middle has the smallest middle school student body size in the Onslow County Schools District. Student population at New Bridge Middle is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (50.8%), Hispanic (21%), African American (15.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 39.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at New Bridge Middle is 17.5, which is the 3rd best among 8 middle schools in the Onslow County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at New Bridge Middle is $8,907, which is the 2nd highest among 8 middle schools in the Onslow County Schools District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

New Bridge Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks New Bridge Middle 165th of 793 North Carolina public middle schools. (See New Bridge Middle in the ranking list.)

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Onslow County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Onslow County Schools 135th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for New Bridge Middle

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Rank History for all students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 85.97 36th 598 94.0%
2007 80.69 63rd 606 89.6%
2008 85.40 51st 620 91.8%
2009 82.76 66th 630 89.5%
2010 81.65 70th 640 89.1%
2011 76.81 119th 648 81.6%
2012 72.82 168th 662 74.6%
2013 64.02 206th 673 69.4%
2014 69.36 164th 627 73.8%
2015 69.23 196th 705 72.2%
2016 68.28 196th 692 71.7%
2017 68.57 205th 694 70.5%
2018 69.29 200th 691 71.1%
2019 76.27 149th 737 79.8%
2021 84.91 87th 741 88.3%
2022 77.62 155th 786 80.3%
2023 80.98 131st 784 83.3%
2024 75.76 165th 793 79.2%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.12 16th 221 92.8%
2019 79.14 30th 237 87.3%
2021 84.05 29th 248 88.3%
2022 87.20 20th 283 92.9%
2023 77.63 53rd 302 82.5%
2024 73.83 62nd 306 79.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 60.26 110th 473 76.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.34 197th 604 67.4%
2019 73.75 111th 639 82.6%
2021 80.68 65th 633 89.7%
2022 78.13 87th 689 87.4%
2023 81.45 79th 735 89.3%
2024 65.65 197th 743 73.5%
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Rank History for Homeless students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 86.31 6th 71 91.5%
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Rank History for Female students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 70.78 182nd 656 72.3%
2019 76.16 140th 684 79.5%
2021 80.20 112th 706 84.1%
2022 74.86 161st 733 78.0%
2023 85.00 90th 731 87.7%
2024 81.10 118th 738 84.0%
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Rank History for Disabled students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.35 241st 475 49.3%
2019 51.33 196th 504 61.1%
2021 64.28 85th 478 82.2%
2022 77.13 41st 449 90.9%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.16 34th 127 73.2%
2019 50.38 275th 416 33.9%
2021 81.05 9th 448 98.0%
2022 59.82 203rd 450 54.9%
2023 58.47 228th 452 49.6%
2024 55.23 254th 461 44.9%
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Rank History for Military Connected students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.04 20th 45 55.6%
2019 80.48 5th 48 89.6%
2021 85.88 5th 57 91.2%
2022 71.38 14th 58 75.9%
2023 79.74 8th 54 85.2%
2024 60.03 26th 58 55.2%
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Rank History for Male students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.34 210th 665 68.4%
2019 75.10 143rd 697 79.5%
2021 87.39 67th 711 90.6%
2022 77.61 145th 748 80.6%
2023 73.59 167th 747 77.6%
2024 67.35 209th 751 72.2%
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Rank History for African American students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.53 257th 494 48.0%
2019 59.08 155th 519 70.1%
2021 55.89 164th 533 69.2%
2022 64.09 128th 550 76.7%
2023 73.88 93rd 559 83.4%
2024 62.24 152nd 560 72.9%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.64 67th 472 85.8%
2019 73.42 77th 493 84.4%
2021 82.97 47th 522 91.0%
2022 62.06 165th 541 69.5%
2023 85.06 44th 553 92.0%
2024 77.61 72nd 564 87.2%
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Rank History for White students at New Bridge Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.00 173rd 596 71.0%
2019 76.05 128th 624 79.5%
2021 83.52 89th 632 85.9%
2022 75.91 147th 658 77.7%
2023 75.51 148th 656 77.4%
2024 65.16 201st 652 69.2%
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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, March 11, 2016

Open Quote This has been a great experience for my family. Most of the here reviews are right. The teachers, principal Dr. Barnes, counselor Mrs. Bender are really great and have always helped. Policy and procedure? They are on top of it. I have only heard from a few that don't like it because they will actually expel students who don't know how to behave. It is nice to have a school with standards. My only concern is the loss of school SRO officer Mr. Davies. He was at everything and knew what was going on too. I don't know the new one but I don't think they should change officers if it is working well. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, June 10, 2013

Open Quote My child is leaving the 8th grade in a few days and is so prepared for high school. We considered home school three years ago, thank goodness we made the decision to go to Newbridge. They are serious about school and serious about getting our kids ready for high school. When they call home about issues, they mean business. I was always able to stand behind the decisions of the principal and teachers. We love Newbridge! Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, October 4, 2012

Open Quote I had to meet with the principal Dr. Barnes today. He really showed he card. He was a professional and knowledgeable about issues at his school. He connected me to counselor Mrs. Binder who too was great. I am very pleased with the help and time given to me as a parent. Close Quote


by a student
Saturday, September 8, 2012

Open Quote oh New Bridge.....i miss you now....i used to fear your haunted hallways, no lockers, and teacher always with another assignment, always pushing us to do more....but seriously, the best teachers I had were at New Bridge. The best science teacher I ever had Mrs. Anderson, I learned more from her than anyone! Dr. Barnes and Mrs. Buckner are a dynamic principal and assistant duo! They actually care and want you to learn! New Bridge has a lot of rules, but you will thank them later, great teachers! (did anyone else get after school detention for dress code violations? Watch out- they'll get you for two-toned shoes. HAHA)

Great teachers and staff, can't say it enough. My closest friends today in high school were made at New Bridge. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, August 26, 2012

Open Quote We've lived all over and are grateful to have found a school like New Bridge. Our son has been there for a year and will start 7th grade soon. The principal and teachers have high standards for the students and themselves. Everything they do is top notch. In the 6th grade Mr. Garichten, Mrs. Andrews, and Mrs. Lapham were great last year. I am sad to hear Mrs. Helt isnt with 7th grade this year. If we didnt get in the lottery, we would have moved next to the school. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, October 9, 2011

Open Quote I am a parent and rate this school as #1 as compared to the other district schools and the base schools. It starts with the teachers. They know and love what they teach. They are really serious about it. We only know the 6th grade teachers- but what we know is great. Mr. Gericten and Ms St Andrews and the whole team are doing a great job. Dr. Barnes is the new principal and he and the assistant Ms. Norris keep discipline in line. There is no better place. Close Quote



Enrollment information for New Bridge Middle

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1999 302 114 9 13 10 n/a n/a 0 448
2000 360 114 6 12 10 n/a n/a 0 502
2001 377 108 10 13 6 n/a n/a 0 514
2002 351 145 10 16 4 n/a n/a 0 526
2003 351 145 10 16 4 n/a n/a 0 526
2004 349 153 6 23 2 n/a n/a 0 533
2005 370 135 7 26 3 n/a n/a 0 541
2006 372 140 7 21 3 n/a n/a 0 543
2007 358 81 6 24 1 n/a n/a 49 519
2008 359 85 5 26 0 n/a n/a 38 513
2009 352 110 5 30 0 n/a n/a 0 497
2010 336 120 11 27 3 n/a n/a 0 497
2011 313 94 10 45 4 0 38 0 504
2012 301 118 15 50 6 2 37 0 529
2013 274 141 11 57 3 5 32 0 523
2014 281 137 8 55 1 7 38 0 527
2015 315 107 8 48 2 1 32 0 513
2016 306 92 7 61 3 3 33 0 505
2017 284 98 13 68 4 2 29 0 498
2018 265 95 12 73 2 1 37 0 485
2019 290 105 8 67 2 1 48 0 521
2020 255 101 8 62 2 1 46 0 475
2021 249 75 6 56 1 2 37 0 426
2022 247 88 6 78 3 1 42 0 465
2023 249 77 1 103 2 1 57 0 490

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at New Bridge Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 448 n/a 0.0 30.6
2000 502 28.0 17.9 25.1
2001 514 28.0 18.4 27.4
2002 526 36.0 14.6 27.4
2003 526 36.0 14.6 27.4
2004 533 36.0 14.8 27.2
2005 541 36.0 15.0 22.7
2006 543 36.0 15.1 22.7
2007 519 31.8 16.3 24.5
2008 513 33.0 15.5 23.2
2009 497 32.0 15.5 22.1
2010 497 28.8 17.2 26.2
2011 504 30.0 16.8 28.4
2012 529 29.6 17.8 31
2013 523 31.8 16.4 34.8
2014 527 31.9 16.4 36.1
2015 513 32.0 16.0 31.6
2016 505 32.0 15.7 34.5
2017 498 31.5 15.8 34.3
2018 485 31.5 15.3 32
2019 521 28.4 18.3 42.4
2020 475 27.9 16.9 36
2021 426 25.0 17.0 26.5
2022 465 28.0 16.6 24.5
2023 490 28.0 17.5 39.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio New Bridge Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 448 n/a 0.0 30.6
2000 502 28.0 17.9 25.1
2001 514 28.0 18.4 27.4
2002 526 36.0 14.6 27.4
2003 526 36.0 14.6 27.4
2004 533 36.0 14.8 27.2
2005 541 36.0 15.0 22.7
2006 543 36.0 15.1 22.7
2007 519 31.8 16.3 24.5
2008 513 33.0 15.5 23.2
2009 497 32.0 15.5 22.1
2010 497 28.8 17.2 26.2
2011 504 30.0 16.8 28.4
2012 529 29.6 17.8 31
2013 523 31.8 16.4 34.8
2014 527 31.9 16.4 36.1
2015 513 32.0 16.0 31.6
2016 505 32.0 15.7 34.5
2017 498 31.5 15.8 34.3
2018 485 31.5 15.3 32
2019 521 28.4 18.3 42.4
2020 475 27.9 16.9 36
2021 426 25.0 17.0 26.5
2022 465 28.0 16.6 24.5
2023 490 28.0 17.5 39.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for New Bridge Middle

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,119 (12.6%) $7,788 (87.4%) $8,907

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on New Bridge Middle

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 149th of 737 Middle schoolsRanks 131st of 784 Middle schools
 3.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade Mathematics (New Bridge Middle)66.359.5
 6.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Onslow County Schools)53.645.4
 8.2%
   6th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)58.852.3
 6.5%
6th Grade Reading (New Bridge Middle)73.556.9
 16.6%
   6th Grade Reading (Onslow County Schools)57.847
 10.8%
   6th Grade Reading (North Carolina)6049.3
 10.7%
7th Grade Mathematics (New Bridge Middle)59.867.3
 7.5%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Onslow County Schools)53.943.3
 10.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)58.450.1
 8.3%
7th Grade Reading (New Bridge Middle)71.573.4
 1.9%
   7th Grade Reading (Onslow County Schools)5748.6
 8.4%
   7th Grade Reading (North Carolina)58.850.2
 8.6%
8th Grade Mathematics (New Bridge Middle)7166.5
 4.5%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Onslow County Schools)47.638.4
 9.2%
   8th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)52.644.8
 7.8%
8th Grade Reading (New Bridge Middle)68.567.5
 1%
   8th Grade Reading (Onslow County Schools)54.752.7
 2%
   8th Grade Reading (North Carolina)55.651
 4.6%
8th Grade Science (New Bridge Middle)91.484.3
 7.1%
   8th Grade Science (Onslow County Schools)82.173.4
 8.7%
   8th Grade Science (North Carolina)78.670.3
 8.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students521490
 6%
African American10577
 26.7%
American Indian22
Asian81
 87.5%
Hispanic67103
 53.7%
Pacific Islander11
White290249
 14.1%
Two or More Races4857
 18.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients42.4%39.8%
 2.6%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 490 students attended New Bridge Middle.

New Bridge Middle ranks 165th of 793 North Carolina middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at New Bridge Middle are 51% White, 21% Hispanic, 16% African American, 12% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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