Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Gravelly Hill 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gravelly Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Gravelly Hill Middle School's student population of 415 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gravelly Hill 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 Gravelly Hill Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2283 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
45%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gravelly Hill Middle School's ranking?
Gravelly Hill Middle School is ranked #2283 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Gravelly Hill Middle School often compared to?
Gravelly Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A L Stanback Middle School, Orange Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Gravelly Hill Middle School?
415 students attend Gravelly Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gravelly Hill Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gravelly Hill Middle School?
Gravelly Hill Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gravelly Hill Middle School offer ?
Gravelly Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gravelly Hill Middle School part of?
Gravelly Hill Middle School is part of Orange County Schools.
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