RIVER ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL

River Road Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools school district, located in Elizabeth City, NC with about 567 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, River Road Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

River Road Middle School, located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, serves as a key educational institution within the Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic growth, critical thinking, and social development for students in the middle grades. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the transition to high school, focusing on core subjects while integrating essential 21st-century skills.

Beyond academics, River Road Middle School emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. The faculty and staff work to create a supportive culture that values inclusivity and personal responsibility, often utilizing various extracurricular activities and programs to help students explore their interests. As part of a district-wide mission, the school strives to partner with parents and local stakeholders to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact River Road Middle at (252) 333-1454 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.