Porter Ridge Middle School serves 1,273 students in grades 6-8.
Porter Ridge Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Porter Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,273 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Ridge Middle School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Porter Ridge Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
12%
25%
White
58%
46%
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
19%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Porter Ridge Middle School is ranked #507 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Porter Ridge Middle School?
1,273 students attend Porter Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Porter Ridge Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Ridge Middle School?
Porter Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Ridge Middle School offer ?
Porter Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Porter Ridge Middle School part of?
Porter Ridge Middle School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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