Serving 202 students in grades 6-8, Cranberry 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cranberry Middle serves the northwest part of Elk Park, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 106.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 16.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cranberry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cranberry Middle School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes.
School Rankings
Cranberry 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 Cranberry Middle School is 0.15, 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
#607 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wildcats Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranberry Middle School's ranking?
Cranberry Middle School is ranked #607 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cranberry Middle School?
202 students attend Cranberry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cranberry Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cranberry Middle School?
Cranberry Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cranberry Middle School offer ?
Cranberry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cranberry Middle School part of?
Cranberry Middle School is part of Avery County Schools.
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