Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Reid Ross Classical Middle School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Reid Ross Classical Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fayetteville, NC, covering approximately 590.2 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 27.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reid Ross Classical Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reid Ross Classical Middle School's student population of 238 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Reid Ross Classical Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reid Ross Classical Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1175 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)42%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reid Ross Classical Middle School's ranking?
Reid Ross Classical Middle School is ranked #1175 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Reid Ross Classical Middle School often compared to?
Reid Ross Classical Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Forest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Reid Ross Classical Middle School?
238 students attend Reid Ross Classical Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Reid Ross Classical Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reid Ross Classical Middle School?
Reid Ross Classical Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Reid Ross Classical Middle School offer ?
Reid Ross Classical Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reid Ross Classical Middle School part of?
Reid Ross Classical Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
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