Serving 1,089 students in grades 6-8, Francis Bradley Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 1,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis Bradley Middle School's student population of 1,089 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,089 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Francis Bradley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Bradley Middle School is 0.70, 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
#845 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
34%
24%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Bradley Middle School's ranking?
Francis Bradley Middle School is ranked #845 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Francis Bradley Middle School often compared to?
Francis Bradley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bailey Middle School, J. M. Alexander Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Francis Bradley Middle School?
1,089 students attend Francis Bradley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Francis Bradley Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Bradley Middle School?
Francis Bradley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Francis Bradley Middle School offer ?
Francis Bradley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Bradley Middle School part of?
Francis Bradley Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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