Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, East Cary 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 42% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Cary Middle School's student population of 631 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Cary 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 East Cary Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1015 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
16%
25%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 East Cary Middle School's ranking?
East Cary Middle School is ranked #1015 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Cary Middle School often compared to?
East Cary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Cary Middle School, Davis Drive Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend East Cary Middle School?
631 students attend East Cary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of East Cary Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Cary Middle School?
East Cary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Cary Middle School offer ?
East Cary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Cary Middle School part of?
East Cary Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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