Serving 449 students in grades 6-8, Cape Fear 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cape Fear Middle School's student population of 449 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cape Fear 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 Cape Fear 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
#2106 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
38%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
46%
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
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
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 Cape Fear Middle School's ranking?
Cape Fear Middle School is ranked #2106 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cape Fear Middle School often compared to?
Cape Fear Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burgaw Middle School, Topsail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cape Fear Middle School?
449 students attend Cape Fear Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cape Fear Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cape Fear Middle School?
Cape Fear Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cape Fear Middle School offer ?
Cape Fear Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cape Fear Middle School part of?
Cape Fear Middle School is part of Pender County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 3/26/2020
As a parent that has/had multiple students attend both the Elementary and Middle School at Cape Fear I wish I could say positive things but I can't. There was a time when both seemed like they care about student achievement but that must not matter any longer. The teachers used to take pride but most of those have either left for better or retired. It is too bad those in charge have replaced the good with some that shouldn't even be in the position, but considering the admin in charge it makes sense. The constant change has all but ruined the hard work from the past. Maybe find real people to take charge and hold staff to higher standards instead of the other. Those in charge don't want to listen to concerns as their egos get in the way. Other issues besides education like cleanliness, and access to positive athletics is laughable. The gym is disgusting; the seats are dirty, trash that's never been picked up is the norm here. If you have daughters involved in athletics good luck, there is no way one individual should be coaching more than 2 sports but to do boys and girls at the same time wow of course you can't say anything or your daughters suffer and this is from a starter's parent so. I realize we all can't send our kids to the east of the county but maybe the west side should find a way to improve what our kids have to suffer thru at places like Cape Fear but the excuses run deep here so we are stuck, no our children are stuck. Hope things change some day but not holding my breath.
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