Alexander Graham Middle School

1800 Runnymede Lane
Charlotte, NC 28211
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,270 students in grades 6-8, Alexander Graham Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,270 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 50% in NC
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Alexander Graham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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School Overview

Alexander Graham Middle School's student population of 1,270 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,270 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
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School Rankings

Alexander Graham Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Graham Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#787 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
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51%
42%
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54%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
31%
20%
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Black
25%
25%
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White
38%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.70
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alexander Graham Middle School's ranking?
Alexander Graham Middle School is ranked #787 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Alexander Graham Middle School?
1,270 students attend Alexander Graham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Alexander Graham Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander Graham Middle School?
Alexander Graham Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alexander Graham Middle School offer ?
Alexander Graham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alexander Graham Middle School part of?
Alexander Graham Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,270 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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