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C M Eppes Middle

Middle School · Pitt County Schools

1100 South Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,940 of 2,648

In Greenville

#19 of 22

public schools

In district

#34 of 38

Pitt County Schools

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C M Eppes Middle

5.1/10

Middle School in Greenville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About C M Eppes Middle

C M Eppes Middle is a public middle school in Greenville, NC, part of Pitt County Schools. C M Eppes Middle serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. C M Eppes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,940 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for C M Eppes Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at C M Eppes Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.6% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,253
Chronic Absenteeism42.4%

C M Eppes Middle — Students at C M Eppes Middle score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
38.7%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
38.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How C M Eppes Middle Compares

See how C M Eppes Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in NC
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1100 South Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C M Eppes Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ECU Community School (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wintergreen Intermediate (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC H S (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Vidant Health Greenville 0.0 mi
Elmhurst Elementary Greenville 0.3 mi 5.5
Innovation Early College High Greenville 0.4 mi 6.1
Wahl Coates Elementary Greenville 0.8 mi 5.0
E B Aycock Middle Greenville 1.0 mi 5.4
Eastern Elementary Greenville 1.0 mi 7.4
THE GREENVILLE LEARNING CENTER Greenville 1.3 mi 5.4
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 1.1 mi 5.6
Junius H Rose High Greenville 1.4 mi 6.6
South Greenville Elementary Greenville 1.4 mi 6.4
ECU Community School Greenville 1.4 mi 9.5
THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville 1.5 mi 5.7
Sadie Saulter Greenville 1.6 mi 4.7
WALTON ACADEMY Greenville 1.9 mi 6.4
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC H S Greenville 1.7 mi 7.9
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 2.6 mi
Winterville Charter Academy Winterville 3.3 mi 7.3
Wintergreen Primary Greenville 3.7 mi 7.1
Wintergreen Intermediate Greenville 3.8 mi 8.8
Lakeforest Elementary Greenville 3.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,915

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Population

56,258

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

43.7%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

21.5%

Median Age

26.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C M Eppes Middle

What grades does C M Eppes Middle serve?

C M Eppes Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend C M Eppes Middle?

C M Eppes Middle has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C M Eppes Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at C M Eppes Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C M Eppes Middle rank in NC?

C M Eppes Middle ranks #1,940 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is C M Eppes Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

C M Eppes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at C M Eppes Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C M Eppes Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is C M Eppes Middle a charter school?

No, C M Eppes Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is C M Eppes Middle a Title I school?

No, C M Eppes Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C M Eppes Middle?

98.6% of students at C M Eppes Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pitt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

District

Pitt County Schools
District Enrollment
24,327
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,253
District Rank
#34 of 38

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