Serving 944 students in grades 6-8, Rolesville Middle School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rolesville Middle School's student population of 944 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
944 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Rolesville 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 Rolesville Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1271 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%

Hispanic
20%
21%

Black
33%
25%

White
37%
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
37%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Rolesville Middle School's ranking?
Rolesville Middle School is ranked #1271 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rolesville Middle School often compared to?
Rolesville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wake Forest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rolesville Middle School?
944 students attend Rolesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Rolesville Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rolesville Middle School?
Rolesville Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rolesville Middle School offer ?
Rolesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rolesville Middle School part of?
Rolesville Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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