Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, John R Griffin Middle School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: John R Griffin Middle serves the west part of Fayetteville, NC, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John R Griffin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John R Griffin Middle School's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,024 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
John R Griffin 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 John R Griffin Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1046 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John R Griffin Middle School's ranking?
John R Griffin Middle School is ranked #1046 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are John R Griffin Middle School often compared to?
John R Griffin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Century International Middle School, Seventy-first Classical Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend John R Griffin Middle School?
1,024 students attend John R Griffin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of John R Griffin Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John R Griffin Middle School?
John R Griffin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does John R Griffin Middle School offer ?
John R Griffin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John R Griffin Middle School part of?
John R Griffin Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is John R Griffin Middle School located?
John R Griffin Middle School is located in the Jack Britt neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 6 other public schools located in Jack Britt.
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