Serving 690 students in grades 6-8, Sampson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sampson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sampson Middle School's student population of 690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Sampson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sampson Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
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American Indian
3%
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
42%
21%
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Black
34%
25%
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White
16%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Sampson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Sampson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/59000/59193/sampson-middle-school-chart-hA0UfN.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sampson Middle School's ranking?
Sampson Middle School is ranked #1183 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sampson Middle School?
690 students attend Sampson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sampson Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sampson Middle School?
Sampson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sampson Middle School offer ?
Sampson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sampson Middle School part of?
Sampson Middle School is part of Clinton City Schools School District.
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