Serving 731 students in grades 6-8, East Millbrook 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 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Millbrook Middle School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
East Millbrook 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 East Millbrook Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2268 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)26%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
44%
24%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Millbrook Middle School's ranking?
East Millbrook Middle School is ranked #2268 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Millbrook Middle School?
731 students attend East Millbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Millbrook Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Millbrook Middle School?
East Millbrook Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Millbrook Middle School offer ?
East Millbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Millbrook Middle School part of?
East Millbrook Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is East Millbrook Middle School located?
East Millbrook Middle School is located in the Northeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Raleigh.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This is a great school. The preforming arts are good but other than that it's a bit ghetto but once you get to know the people they kind of become family because we black.
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