Serving 952 students in grades 6-8, Ligon Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ligon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ligon Middle School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ligon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ligon 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
#373 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ligon Middle School's ranking?
Ligon Middle School is ranked #373 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ligon Middle School often compared to?
Ligon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moore Square Middle School, Carnage Middle School, Martin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Ligon Middle School?
952 students attend Ligon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ligon Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ligon Middle School?
Ligon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ligon Middle School offer ?
Ligon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ligon Middle School part of?
Ligon Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ligon Middle School located?
Ligon Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown.
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