Serving 499 students in grades 6-8, Cane Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cane Creek Middle serves the southeast part of Fletcher, NC, covering an area of approximately 75.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cane Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cane Creek Middle School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
Cane Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Creek Middle School is 0.32, 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
#578 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
82%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cane Creek Middle School's ranking?
Cane Creek Middle School is ranked #578 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cane Creek Middle School often compared to?
Cane Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Springs Middle School, Reynolds Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cane Creek Middle School?
499 students attend Cane Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cane Creek Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cane Creek Middle School?
Cane Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cane Creek Middle School offer ?
Cane Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cane Creek Middle School part of?
Cane Creek Middle School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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