Serving 849 students in grades 6-8, Crest Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crest Middle School's student population of 849 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crest Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crest Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1193 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
25%
25%
White
58%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest Middle School's ranking?
Crest Middle School is ranked #1193 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Crest Middle School often compared to?
Crest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burns Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Crest Middle School?
849 students attend Crest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Crest Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crest Middle School?
Crest Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crest Middle School offer ?
Crest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crest Middle School part of?
Crest Middle School is part of Cleveland County Schools School District.
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