Serving 454 students in grades 6-8, Cane Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cane Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cane Creek Middle School's student population of 454 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cane Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Creek Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#597 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cane Creek Middle School's ranking?
Cane Creek Middle School is ranked #597 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cane Creek Middle School often compared to?
Cane Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Cane Creek Middle School?
454 students attend Cane Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cane Creek Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cane Creek Middle School?
Cane Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cane Creek Middle School offer ?
Cane Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cane Creek Middle School part of?
Cane Creek Middle School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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