Serving 402 students in grades 6-8, Third Creek 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 11% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Statesville Middle serves the southeastern part of Statesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 39 square miles. Most students are within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Third Creek Middle School's student population of 402 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, Third Creek Middle will grow by preparing, engaging, and empowering students through a culture of learning to be productive citizens.
School Rankings
Third Creek 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 Third Creek Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2555 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)11%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 Third Creek Middle School's ranking?
Third Creek Middle School is ranked #2555 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Third Creek Middle School often compared to?
Third Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troutman Middle School, Oakwood Middle Ib School, Success Institute Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Third Creek Middle School?
402 students attend Third Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Third Creek Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Third Creek Middle School?
Third Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Third Creek Middle School offer ?
Third Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Third Creek Middle School part of?
Third Creek Middle School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools.
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