Serving 588 students in grades 6-8, Bunn 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 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bunn Middle School's student population of 588 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bunn 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 Bunn Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1914 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
36%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunn Middle School's ranking?
Bunn Middle School is ranked #1914 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bunn Middle School often compared to?
Bunn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terrell Lane Middle School, Cedar Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bunn Middle School?
588 students attend Bunn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Bunn Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bunn Middle School?
Bunn Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bunn Middle School offer ?
Bunn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bunn Middle School part of?
Bunn Middle School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/3/2020
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