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Wellcome Middle

Middle School · Pitt County Schools

3101 N Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,836 of 2,648

In Greenville

#18 of 22

public schools

In district

#32 of 38

Pitt County Schools

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Wellcome Middle

5.3/10

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

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About Wellcome Middle

Wellcome Middle is a public middle school in Greenville, NC, part of Pitt County Schools. Wellcome Middle serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wellcome Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,836 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Wellcome Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Wellcome 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.

46% of students at Wellcome 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 Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.1% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,253
Chronic Absenteeism45.6%

Wellcome Middle — Students at Wellcome Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (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
66%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
25.3%
2025
Math
42.3%
ELA
33.1%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Wellcome Middle Compares

See how Wellcome Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in NC
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.6%

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

3101 N Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wellcome Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. E B Aycock Middle (rated 5.4/10, 5.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, C M Eppes Middle (rated 5.1/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 2.3 mi
Belvoir Elementary Greenville 3.1 mi 7.7
THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville 3.7 mi 5.7
Sadie Saulter Greenville 4.2 mi 4.7
Wahl Coates Elementary Greenville 4.3 mi 5.0
Innovation Early College High Greenville 4.4 mi 6.1
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville 4.3 mi 5.6
C M Eppes Middle Greenville 4.7 mi 5.1
Vidant Health Greenville 4.7 mi
Elmhurst Elementary Greenville 5.0 mi 5.5
South Greenville Elementary Greenville 4.9 mi 6.4
ECU Community School Greenville 4.9 mi 9.5
Eastern Elementary Greenville 5.0 mi 7.4
Junius H Rose High Greenville 5.2 mi 6.6
North Pitt High Bethel 5.5 mi 4.6
E B Aycock Middle Greenville 5.6 mi 5.4
THE GREENVILLE LEARNING CENTER Greenville 6.0 mi 5.4
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC H S Greenville 6.2 mi 7.9
WALTON ACADEMY Greenville 6.6 mi 6.4
Lakeforest Elementary Greenville 6.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,081

Median Home Value

$161,700

Median Rent

$941/mo

Population

55,073

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wellcome Middle

What grades does Wellcome Middle serve?

Wellcome Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wellcome Middle?

Wellcome Middle has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellcome Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Wellcome Middle is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wellcome Middle rank in NC?

Wellcome Middle ranks #1,836 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Wellcome Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Wellcome Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wellcome Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wellcome Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wellcome Middle a charter school?

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

Is Wellcome Middle a Title I school?

No, Wellcome Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wellcome Middle?

99.2% of students at Wellcome 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pitt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.6%

District

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

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