Serving 442 students in grades 6-8, Gravelly Hill Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gravelly Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gravelly Hill Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gravelly Hill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gravelly Hill Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1868 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
22%
25%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gravelly Hill Middle School's ranking?
Gravelly Hill Middle School is ranked #1868 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gravelly Hill Middle School often compared to?
Gravelly Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A L Stanback Middle School, Orange Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Gravelly Hill Middle School?
442 students attend Gravelly Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gravelly Hill Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gravelly Hill Middle School?
Gravelly Hill Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gravelly Hill Middle School offer ?
Gravelly Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gravelly Hill Middle School part of?
Gravelly Hill Middle School is part of Orange County Schools School District.
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