Enka Middle School is a terrible choice for education. most of the teachers at this school could care less if you pass or fail. The bathrooms are disgusting. There is no soap in the soap dispensers. The toilet stalls have no doors, and the school its self is very unorganized.
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Posted by a student on 01/30/08
I love Enka Middle! This school really rewards good work! The teachers are great and very understanding. They have a lot of patience.I paticipated in the drama club last year, awesome! When i went to try out for honors chorus, and these girls said that their school didn't even have a drama club. Miss
... Read more Garner is a great band teacher. I don't know how she does it but i give her a two thumbs up! I love this school and all the fun acivities they have. Go Jets! Read less
Posted by a student on 12/20/07
Ok first of all I want to say how much this school has helped me, I'm in the 8th and and this is one of the best schools! This school is wonderful and I love it very much! I would like to say thanks to all my teachers for teaching me all I have learned! I will always keep it in my mind! I can't wait
... Read more till next week because I will be going on the 8th grade field trip to Atlanta, GA. I want to thank all the teachers and staff that made this trip happen! I'm very sad that I will be leaving this great school this year but I will be going to the high school next year and I can't wait! I want to send I very big thanks to my L.A. teacher Mrs.Trantham she is a wonderful teacher! I will miss her next year very much! Read less
Posted by a student on 04/10/07
I too had a child struggling in Math last year and Tammy Mason not only the extra help to my child, but encouraged his determination to try harder. She is a wonderful asset to Enka Middle School and shouls be recognized for her outstanding efforts to go the extra mile for these kids.A truly grateful
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Posted by a parent on 08/25/05
I was very concerned about my child attending Junior High and the changes it would mean to him and his personality. He at first had a rough time but with the help of his teachers he settled in wonderfully. Tammy Mason has been a God send with my child he lets me know when he needs attention or when
... Read more he needs to be calmed down. He has become active in sports and academics. My experience with this school has been nothing but wonderful. Thay have a fully dedicted and supportive staff there to help the children and the parents. Two thumbs up! Read less
* In 2006-2007 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The EOG tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.
Student enrollment:
1,021
Students per teacher:
25
Full-time teachers:
41
Number of classrooms:
80
Vocational Education
Agriculture Education, Health, Keyboarding/Typing, Phys Ed
Arts
Art
Music
Band, Choral
Fine Arts
Drama
Special Education
Gifted Students, Life Skills
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Candler schools — Enka Middle School is located at 390 Asbury Rd, Candler NC 28715. 390 Asbury Rd is in the 28715 ZIP code in Candler, NC The school district for Enka Middle School is the Buncombe County School District. Enka Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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