Serving 1,587 students in grades 9-12, Middle Creek High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Middle Creek High serves the southern part of Apex, NC, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Middle Creek High School's student population of 1,587 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,587 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Middle Creek High 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 Middle Creek High 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
#555 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle Creek High School's ranking?
Middle Creek High School is ranked #555 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Middle Creek High School often compared to?
Middle Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apex High School, Holly Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Middle Creek High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Middle Creek High School?
1,587 students attend Middle Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Middle Creek High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle Creek High School?
Middle Creek High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middle Creek High School offer ?
Middle Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Creek High School part of?
Middle Creek High School is part of Wake County Schools.
School Reviews
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