Below Average
#2170 of 2,648 schools in NC
Rochelle Middle
Middle School · Lenoir County Public Schools
301 N Rochelle Blvd, Kinston, NC 28501
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,170 of 2,648
In Kinston
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
Lenoir County Public Schools
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Rochelle Middle
Middle School in Kinston · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rochelle Middle
Rochelle Middle is a public middle school in Kinston, NC, part of Lenoir County Public Schools. Rochelle Middle serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rochelle Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,170 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Rochelle Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rochelle Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Rochelle Middle — Students at Rochelle Middle score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How Rochelle Middle Compares
See how Rochelle Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
301 N Rochelle Blvd, Kinston, NC 28501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rochelle Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lenoir County Early College High (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moss Hill Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 11.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIVE POINTS EDUCATION TRAINING CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kinston, see our Kinston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Village Academy Kinston | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Southeast Elementary Kinston | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Northeast Elementary Kinston | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Lenoir County Early College High Kinston | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Kinston High Kinston | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Northwest Elementary Kinston | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Southwood Elementary Kinston | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ARENDELL PARROTT ACADEMY Kinston | 4.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Contentnea-Savannah School Kinston | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FIVE POINTS EDUCATION TRAINING CENTER Kinston | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kinston | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Banks Elementary Kinston | 6.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodington Middle Kinston | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Lenoir County Learning Academy Kinston | 7.5 mi | 4.0 |
| North Lenoir High La Grange | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hookerton | 11.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Grifton Grifton | 10.5 mi | 6.8 |
| South Lenoir High Deep Run | 11.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Moss Hill Elementary Kinston | 11.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Ayden-Grifton High Ayden | 13.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,823
Median Home Value
$78,600
Median Rent
$717/mo
Population
18,112
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| Bessemer City Middle Bessemer City, NC | 4.6 |
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| E Lawson Brown Middle Thomasville, NC | 4.6 |
| Erwin Middle Asheville, NC | 4.6 |
| Havelock Middle Havelock, NC | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rochelle Middle
What grades does Rochelle Middle serve?
Rochelle Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rochelle Middle?
Rochelle Middle has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rochelle Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Rochelle Middle is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rochelle Middle rank in NC?
Rochelle Middle ranks #2,170 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Rochelle Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Rochelle Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Rochelle Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rochelle Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rochelle Middle a charter school?
No, Rochelle Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rochelle Middle a Title I school?
No, Rochelle Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rochelle Middle?
99.3% of students at Rochelle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lenoir County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.8%
- Phone
- (252) 527-4290
Resources & Links
District
Lenoir County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,372
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,902
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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