Serving 602 students in grades 6-8, Luther Nick Jeralds 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School's student population of 602 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence is the Expectation.
School Mascot
Soaring Eagles
School Rankings
Luther Nick Jeralds 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 Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2224 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
70%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Soaring Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School's ranking?
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School is ranked #2224 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School often compared to?
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Byrd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School?
602 students attend Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School?
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School offer ?
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School part of?
Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
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