Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Swift Creek 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 48% 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: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swift Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swift Creek Middle School's student population of 750 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swift Creek 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 Swift Creek Middle School is 0.64, 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
#907 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
17%
25%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swift Creek Middle School's ranking?
Swift Creek Middle School is ranked #907 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Swift Creek Middle School often compared to?
Swift Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton 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 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Swift Creek Middle School?
750 students attend Swift Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Swift Creek Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swift Creek Middle School?
Swift Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swift Creek Middle School offer ?
Swift Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Swift Creek Middle School part of?
Swift Creek Middle School is part of Johnston County School District.
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