Serving 705 students in grades 6-8, Mcdougle Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdougle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcdougle Middle School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Mcdougle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdougle Middle School is 0.63, 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
#532 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Mcdougle Middle School's ranking?
Mcdougle Middle School is ranked #532 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mcdougle Middle School often compared to?
Mcdougle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Middle School, Culbreth Middle School, Phillips 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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mcdougle Middle School?
705 students attend Mcdougle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mcdougle Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdougle Middle School?
Mcdougle Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcdougle Middle School offer ?
Mcdougle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdougle Middle School part of?
Mcdougle Middle School is part of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools School District.
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