Serving 1,011 students in grades 6-8, Martin Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,011 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Middle serves a central area within Raleigh, NC, covering approximately 7.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Martin Middle School's student population of 1,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,011 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Martin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Middle School is 0.71, 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
#565 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)18.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Martin Middle School's ranking?
Martin Middle School is ranked #565 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Martin Middle School often compared to?
Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carnage Middle School, Oberlin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Martin Middle School?
1,011 students attend Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Martin Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Middle School?
Martin Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martin Middle School offer ?
Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Middle School part of?
Martin Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Martin Middle School located?
Martin Middle School is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in North Hills.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
the school was ok. I went there for all 3 years. The PTA is wonderful and go out of their way to set up a lot of things for us which is very generous of them. Then there are the teachers. A lot of the teachers are wonderful and I love them, but a few i have doubts and feel like they don't care or don't know what they are teaching. The arts programs are amazing and I was in orchestra and chorus and loved it. If your a creative person who seeks to be in any type of art then this school is god for you. If your somenoe is is purely academic and doesnt feel like performing in the arts i"d suggest choosing a different school.
5 10/10/2025
I came to this school after going to Davis Drive Middle for 6th and 7th grade. This school made the transition very easy and the teachers and administration were very helpful in navigating a large school. The students were very nice and accepted me. Most of the students though were rude an very obnoxious to the teachers. The teachers could definitely punished problem students more. Overall this school was much better than Davis Drive and would highly recommend it to the Arts student
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