Serving 771 students in grades 6-8, George L Carrington 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George L Carrington Middle serves the northwest part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 38.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
George L Carrington Middle School's student population of 771 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
771 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
George L Carrington 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 George L Carrington Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2066 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)36%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
42%
22%
Black
38%
24%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George L Carrington Middle School's ranking?
George L Carrington Middle School is ranked #2066 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are George L Carrington Middle School often compared to?
George L Carrington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucas Middle School, Brogden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend George L Carrington Middle School?
771 students attend George L Carrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of George L Carrington Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George L Carrington Middle School?
George L Carrington Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does George L Carrington Middle School offer ?
George L Carrington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George L Carrington Middle School part of?
George L Carrington Middle School is part of Durham School District.
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