Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Broad Creek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broad Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Broad Creek Middle School's student population of 751 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Broad Creek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broad Creek Middle School is 0.27, 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
#303 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
85%
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
28%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Broad Creek Middle School's ranking?
Broad Creek Middle School is ranked #303 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Broad Creek Middle School often compared to?
Broad Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Broad Creek Middle School?
751 students attend Broad Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Broad Creek Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broad Creek Middle School?
Broad Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Broad Creek Middle School offer ?
Broad Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broad Creek Middle School part of?
Broad Creek Middle School is part of Carteret County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/9/2020
This is not true this school is great the time I have been here it has always been great. I disagree this place is the best school yet, and I went to one of the states best for elementary. I'm a passing student with no special needs, but from an inside view the special needs kids are doing fine and are even more popular than usual.
1 3/16/2020
Worst school ever! If your child has ADHD or just any issue in general that does not conform to administration desires, your child will fail. They are not consistent on any level, homework, communication, grading, etc... even bending over backwards to be involved to assist staff is seen as a problem in their actions. We are looking at other options.
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