Serving 506 students in grades 6-8, Four Oaks 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Four Oaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Four Oaks Middle School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Four Oaks 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 Four Oaks Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1611 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Four Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Four Oaks Middle School is ranked #1611 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Four Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Four Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Four Oaks Middle School?
506 students attend Four Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Four Oaks Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Four Oaks Middle School?
Four Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Four Oaks Middle School offer ?
Four Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Four Oaks Middle School part of?
Four Oaks Middle School is part of Johnston County Public Schools School District.
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