Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Culbreth 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culbreth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Culbreth Middle School's student population of 664 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Culbreth 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 Culbreth Middle School is 0.63, 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
#525 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Culbreth Middle School's ranking?
Culbreth Middle School is ranked #525 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Culbreth Middle School often compared to?
Culbreth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdougle Middle School, Smith Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Culbreth Middle School?
664 students attend Culbreth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Culbreth Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Culbreth Middle School?
Culbreth Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Culbreth Middle School offer ?
Culbreth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Culbreth Middle School part of?
Culbreth Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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