Serving 878 students in grades 6-8, Wake Forest 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 69% 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: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wake Forest Middle School serves the northeast part of Wake Forest, NC, covering an area of approximately 32.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wake Forest Middle School's student population of 878 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1664 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wake Forest Middle School's ranking?
Wake Forest Middle School is ranked #1664 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wake Forest Middle School often compared to?
Wake Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School, Rolesville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wake Forest Middle School?
878 students attend Wake Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wake Forest Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wake Forest Middle School?
Wake Forest Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wake Forest Middle School offer ?
Wake Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wake Forest Middle School part of?
Wake Forest Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a very good school!!! i ABSOULUTLY LOVE IT. i AM IN SIXTH GRADE AND I HAVE MADE LOTS OF NEW FRIENDS AND FOR THE MOST PART THE TEACHERS GIVE US GOOD GRADES. tHE TEACHERS ARE FUNNY AND COOL.i REALLY LIKE THIS SCHOOL!!! B-)
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