Serving 1,096 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,096 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
John R Griffin Middle School's student population of 1,096 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,096 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John R Griffin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John R Griffin Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#981 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
26%
25%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John R Griffin Middle School's ranking?
John R Griffin Middle School is ranked #981 out of 2,568 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend John R Griffin Middle School?
1,096 students attend John R Griffin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of John R Griffin Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does John R Griffin Middle School offer ?
John R Griffin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John R Griffin Middle School part of?
John R Griffin Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
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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