Serving 690 students in grades 6-8, M C S Noble Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: M C S Noble Middle serves the eastern part of Wilmington, NC, covering an area of approximately 25.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M C S Noble Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
M C S Noble Middle School's student population of 690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
M C S Noble Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M C S Noble Middle School is 0.49, 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
#508 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M C S Noble Middle School's ranking?
M C S Noble Middle School is ranked #508 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are M C S Noble Middle School often compared to?
M C S Noble Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma B Trask Middle School, Roland-grise Middle School, Charles P Murray Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend M C S Noble Middle School?
690 students attend M C S Noble Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of M C S Noble Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M C S Noble Middle School?
M C S Noble Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does M C S Noble Middle School offer ?
M C S Noble Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is M C S Noble Middle School part of?
M C S Noble Middle School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
School Reviews
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We have a high functioning autistic son and so far in five weeks we havent had to have one call from the school. The worked with us and his last school to devise and entry program suited to settling him in and it worked. Everybody from the principal down ahs worked to impliment changes that have ensured his success.
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