North Buncombe Middle School

North Windy Ridge, also known as NWR, is an educational institution that offers a range of academic options to students in grades five and six. Founded in 2002, the school has an enrollment of more than 590 students. Its curriculum includes reading, math, social studies, science, art, music, and health and physical education. North Windy Ridge administers the Title I program, as well as provides guidance counseling services. The school maintains a media center that has a collection of books. It operates a parent-teacher organization that serves as a resource for students, parents and staff members. North Windy Ridge maintains landscaping, Spanish, guitar and comedy clubs. The school offers a variety of athletic activities, such as football, basketball and soccer. It is a part of Buncombe County Schools.

Located in Lenoir, N.C., Gamewell Middle is an academic institute that provides a range of educational and recreational opportunities for students in grades six through eight. The school imparts instruction in foreign languages, visual arts, computer applications and English. It has a guidance counselor who provides career-related guidance and consulting services. The school organizes field trips, as well as provides memberships for junior beta and yearbook clubs and a student council. Gamewell Middle employs a literacy coach, media specialist, teachers and other support staff members. It offers various sports activities, such as volleyball, basketball, baseball and wrestling. The school is governed by Caldwell County Schools, which operates various elementary, middle and high schools.