Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Mcdougle 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 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: McDougle Middle serves the west part of Chapel Hill, NC, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 23.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdougle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcdougle Middle School's student population of 659 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcdougle 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 Mcdougle Middle School is 0.63, 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
#532 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)
67%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdougle Middle School's ranking?
Mcdougle Middle School is ranked #532 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mcdougle Middle School often compared to?
Mcdougle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Culbreth Middle School, Phillips 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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mcdougle Middle School?
659 students attend Mcdougle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mcdougle Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdougle Middle School?
Mcdougle Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcdougle Middle School offer ?
Mcdougle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdougle Middle School part of?
Mcdougle Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.
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