Serving 1,056 students in grades 6-8, Mcclintock Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McClintock Middle serves the southeast part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcclintock Middle School's student population of 1,056 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,056 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Mcclintock Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcclintock Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1888 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
46%
22%
Black
33%
24%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcclintock Middle School's ranking?
Mcclintock Middle School is ranked #1888 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mcclintock Middle School often compared to?
Mcclintock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mcclintock Middle School?
1,056 students attend Mcclintock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mcclintock Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcclintock Middle School?
Mcclintock Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcclintock Middle School offer ?
Mcclintock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcclintock Middle School part of?
Mcclintock Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Mcclintock Middle School located?
Mcclintock Middle School is located in the East Forest neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in East Forest.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a good school and will teach you good things and there very, very nice.
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