Serving 992 students in grades 6-8, Harnett Central 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 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harnett Central Middle School's student population of 992 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harnett Central 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 Harnett Central Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1815 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
17%
25%
White
45%
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
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
3%
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 Harnett Central Middle School's ranking?
Harnett Central Middle School is ranked #1815 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Harnett Central Middle School often compared to?
Harnett Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harnett Central High School, Western Harnett Middle School, Coats-erwin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Harnett Central Middle School?
992 students attend Harnett Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Harnett Central Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harnett Central Middle School?
Harnett Central Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harnett Central Middle School offer ?
Harnett Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harnett Central Middle School part of?
Harnett Central Middle School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
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