Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Culbreth Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culbreth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Culbreth Middle School's student population of 656 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Culbreth 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 Culbreth Middle School is 0.67, 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
#556 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culbreth Middle School's ranking?
Culbreth Middle School is ranked #556 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Culbreth Middle School often compared to?
Culbreth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdougle Middle School, Smith Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Culbreth Middle School?
656 students attend Culbreth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Culbreth Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Culbreth Middle School?
Culbreth Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Culbreth Middle School offer ?
Culbreth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Culbreth Middle School part of?
Culbreth Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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