Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Wake Forest 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wake Forest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wake Forest Middle School's student population of 919 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1664 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
35%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wake Forest Middle School's ranking?
Wake Forest Middle School is ranked #1664 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wake Forest Middle School often compared to?
Wake Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wake Forest Middle School?
919 students attend Wake Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wake Forest Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wake Forest Middle School?
Wake Forest Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wake Forest Middle School offer ?
Wake Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wake Forest Middle School part of?
Wake Forest Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/19/2012
This is a very good school!!! i ABSOULUTLY LOVE IT. i AM IN SIXTH GRADE AND I HAVE MADE LOTS OF NEW FRIENDS AND FOR THE MOST PART THE TEACHERS GIVE US GOOD GRADES. tHE TEACHERS ARE FUNNY AND COOL.i REALLY LIKE THIS SCHOOL!!! B-)
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