Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Tucker Creek Middle 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 65% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Tucker Creek Middle serves the southern part of Havelock, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 113.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucker Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tucker Creek Middle School's student population of 478 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Our Mission Tucker Creek Middle School will collaborate with families and the community to provide diverse learning opportunities, encourage leadership, and promote equity to prepare students for their future.
School Rankings
Tucker Creek 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 Tucker Creek 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
#622 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
61%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucker Creek Middle School's ranking?
Tucker Creek Middle School is ranked #622 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Tucker Creek Middle School often compared to?
Tucker Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H J Macdonald Middle School, Grover C Fields Middle School, Havelock Middle 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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Tucker Creek Middle School?
478 students attend Tucker Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tucker Creek Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucker Creek Middle School?
Tucker 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 Tucker Creek Middle School offer ?
Tucker Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucker Creek Middle School part of?
Tucker Creek Middle School is part of Craven County Board Of Education School District.
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