ELLERBE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Ellerbe Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Richmond County Schools school district, located in Ellerbe, NC with about 232 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 17 teachers, Ellerbe Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Ellerbe Middle School, located at 128 W Ballard Street in Ellerbe, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Richmond County School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, providing an academic environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school plays an integral role in the small, close-knit community of Ellerbe, often acting as a focal point for local student development and extracurricular engagement.

The institution emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering a supportive atmosphere intended to help students navigate personal and social growth. By offering a curriculum aligned with state standards, Ellerbe Middle strives to prepare its student body for future success in Richmond County high schools. Through its faculty and community partnerships, the school aims to provide a structured and encouraging learning environment that addresses both the educational and developmental needs of its diverse student population.

For more information, contact Ellerbe Middle at (910) 582-7925 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.