Marvin Ridge Middle School serves 1,397 students in grades 6-8.
Marvin Ridge Middle School placed in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marvin Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,397 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marvin Ridge Middle School is ranked within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Marvin Ridge Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Marvin Ridge Middle School is ranked #47 out of 2,568 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 Cuthbertson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Marvin Ridge Middle School?
1,397 students attend Marvin Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Marvin Ridge Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% 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 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marvin Ridge Middle School offer ?
Marvin Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marvin Ridge Middle School part of?
Marvin Ridge Middle School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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