Serving 921 students in grades 6-8, Wakefield Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wakefield Middle School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakefield 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 Wakefield Middle School is 0.56, 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
#637 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
19%
25%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Wakefield Middle School's ranking?
Wakefield Middle School is ranked #637 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wakefield Middle School often compared to?
Wakefield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Wakefield Middle School?
921 students attend Wakefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Wakefield Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield Middle School?
Wakefield Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wakefield Middle School offer ?
Wakefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wakefield Middle School part of?
Wakefield Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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