Serving 1,109 students in grades 6-8, Mac Williams 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 54% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mac Williams Middle serves the eastern part of Fayetteville, NC, covering approximately 305.5 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mac Williams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mac Williams Middle School's student population of 1,109 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,109 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mac Williams 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 Mac Williams Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1177 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Mac Williams Middle School's ranking?
Mac Williams Middle School is ranked #1177 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mac Williams Middle School often compared to?
Mac Williams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Forest 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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mac Williams Middle School?
1,109 students attend Mac Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mac Williams Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mac Williams Middle School?
Mac Williams Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mac Williams Middle School offer ?
Mac Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mac Williams Middle School part of?
Mac Williams Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Mac Williams Middle School located?
Mac Williams Middle School is located in the Cape Fear neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 5 other public schools located in Cape Fear.
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