Serving 848 students in grades 6-8, Roland-grise Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roland-grise Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Roland-grise Middle School's student population of 848 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roland-grise 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 Roland-grise Middle School is 0.51, 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
#770 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
67%
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
32%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roland-grise Middle School's ranking?
Roland-grise Middle School is ranked #770 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Roland-grise Middle School often compared to?
Roland-grise Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like M C S Noble Middle School, Myrtle Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Roland-grise Middle School?
848 students attend Roland-grise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Roland-grise Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roland-grise Middle School?
Roland-grise Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roland-grise Middle School offer ?
Roland-grise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Roland-grise Middle School part of?
Roland-grise Middle School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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