Serving 391 students in grades 6-8, Butner-stem 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butner-stem Middle School's student population of 391 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butner-stem Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butner-stem Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1995 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
43%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
29%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butner-stem Middle School's ranking?
Butner-stem Middle School is ranked #1995 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Butner-stem Middle School often compared to?
Butner-stem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G. C. Hawley Middle School, Northern Granville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Butner-stem Middle School?
391 students attend Butner-stem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Butner-stem Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butner-stem Middle School?
Butner-stem Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Butner-stem Middle School offer ?
Butner-stem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Butner-stem Middle School part of?
Butner-stem Middle School is part of Granville County Schools.
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