Serving 1,277 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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin Ridge Middle serves the western part of Waxhaw, NC, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marvin Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,277 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,277 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
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 0.60, 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
#32 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)93%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
27%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #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?
1,277 students attend Marvin Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marvin Ridge Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
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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