Serving 1,532 students in grades 6-8, Alston Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alston Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alston Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,532 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alston Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alston Ridge Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
13%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alston Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Alston Ridge Middle School is ranked #193 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Alston Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Alston Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills Park Middle School, Davis Drive Middle School, West Cary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Alston Ridge Middle School?
1,532 students attend Alston Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Alston Ridge Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alston Ridge Middle School?
Alston Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alston Ridge Middle School offer ?
Alston Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alston Ridge Middle School part of?
Alston Ridge Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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