Serving 878 students in grades 6-8, Carnage Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carnage Middle School's student population of 878 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Carnage 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 Carnage Middle School is 0.61, 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
#499 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
57%
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
24%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Carnage Middle School's ranking?
Carnage Middle School is ranked #499 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Carnage Middle School often compared to?
Carnage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Middle School, Moore Square Middle School, Ligon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Carnage Middle School?
878 students attend Carnage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Carnage Middle School students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnage Middle School?
Carnage Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carnage Middle School offer ?
Carnage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carnage Middle School part of?
Carnage Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Carnage Middle School located?
Carnage Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown.
School Reviews
4 3/22/2022
School provides rigorous math courses. A group of very smart kids pushes up the average stats. Very few average people here, either very advanced or not at all. The environment has improved since years past, with few fights and less drug use for sure. Good if your student has a good work ethic and/or is ambitious in STEM.
2 2/13/2016
This school is unorganized, chaotic, and has very poor communication from the admin. If your child is at all sensitive or different, he or she will be bullied and faces a miserable 3 years.
5 7/3/2013
I recommend this school because it has great students like me and it is awesome. And fuller is also a great elementary school. carnage is good because it levels your itelligents and the challenge you as far as you can go so you can get smarter.
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