Serving 935 students in grades 6-8, Douglas Byrd 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 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Byrd Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Douglas Byrd Middle School's student population of 935 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Byrd 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 Douglas Byrd 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
#2336 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
51%
25%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Byrd Middle School's ranking?
Douglas Byrd Middle School is ranked #2336 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Douglas Byrd Middle School often compared to?
Douglas Byrd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover Middle School, Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Douglas Byrd Middle School?
935 students attend Douglas Byrd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Douglas Byrd Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Byrd Middle School?
Douglas Byrd Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Douglas Byrd Middle School offer ?
Douglas Byrd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Byrd Middle School part of?
Douglas Byrd Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Byrd Middle School located?
Douglas Byrd Middle School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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