Marvin Ridge Middle School

2831 Crane Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 1,309 students in grades 6-8, Marvin Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 5% in NC
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 96% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marvin Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Marvin Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers

School Rankings

Marvin Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin Ridge Middle School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#32 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
93%
51%
89%
50%
96%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marvin Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Marvin Ridge Middle School is ranked #32 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Marvin Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Marvin Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weddington Middle School, Cuthbertson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Marvin Ridge Middle School?
1,309 students attend Marvin Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Marvin Ridge Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin Ridge Middle School?
Marvin Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marvin Ridge Middle School offer ?
Marvin Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvin Ridge Middle School part of?
Marvin Ridge Middle School is part of Union County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 96% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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