Serving 1,328 students in grades 6-8, Alston Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alston Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alston Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,328 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alston Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alston Ridge Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
27%
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
8%
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 Alston Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Alston Ridge Middle School is ranked #192 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Alston Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Alston Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Drive Middle School, Mills Park Middle School, West Cary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Alston Ridge Middle School?
1,328 students attend Alston Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Alston Ridge Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alston Ridge Middle School?
Alston Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alston Ridge Middle School offer ?
Alston Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alston Ridge Middle School part of?
Alston Ridge Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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