Serving 1,347 students in grades 6-8, Apex Friendship Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apex Friendship Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Apex Friendship Middle School's student population of 1,347 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apex Friendship 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 Apex Friendship Middle School is 0.50, 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
#188 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
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
5%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apex Friendship Middle School's ranking?
Apex Friendship Middle School is ranked #188 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Apex Friendship Middle School often compared to?
Apex Friendship Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apex Middle School, Lufkin Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Apex Friendship Middle School?
1,347 students attend Apex Friendship Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Apex Friendship Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apex Friendship Middle School?
Apex Friendship Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Apex Friendship Middle School offer ?
Apex Friendship Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Apex Friendship Middle School part of?
Apex Friendship Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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