Serving 1,176 students in grades 6-8, Randolph 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 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 1,176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randolph 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
Diversity
School Overview
Randolph Middle School's student population of 1,176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Randolph 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 Randolph Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#294 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
28%
25%
White
29%
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
45%
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 Randolph Middle School's ranking?
Randolph Middle School is ranked #294 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Randolph Middle School often compared to?
Randolph Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcclintock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Randolph Middle School?
1,176 students attend Randolph Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Randolph Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Randolph Middle School?
Randolph Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Randolph Middle School offer ?
Randolph Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Randolph Middle School part of?
Randolph Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Randolph Middle School located?
Randolph Middle School is located in the Cotswold neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Cotswold.
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