Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Crain's Creek Middle School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crain's Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crain's Creek Middle School's student population of 481 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crain's Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crain's Creek Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1300 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
22%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crain's Creek Middle School's ranking?
Crain's Creek Middle School is ranked #1300 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Crain's Creek Middle School often compared to?
Crain's Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Middle School, West Pine Middle School, Stars Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Crain's Creek Middle School?
481 students attend Crain's Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Crain's Creek Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crain's Creek Middle School?
Crain's Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crain's Creek Middle School offer ?
Crain's Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crain's Creek Middle School part of?
Crain's Creek Middle School is part of Moore County Schools.
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