Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Lewis Chapel 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 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Chapel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lewis Chapel Middle School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Motto
We Expect Success and Nothing Less!
School Rankings
Lewis Chapel 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 Lewis Chapel Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2054 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)31%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
67%
24%
White
8%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Chapel Middle School's ranking?
Lewis Chapel Middle School is ranked #2054 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lewis Chapel Middle School often compared to?
Lewis Chapel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover Middle School, Seventy-first Classical Middle School, Douglas Byrd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lewis Chapel Middle School?
574 students attend Lewis Chapel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lewis Chapel Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis Chapel Middle School?
Lewis Chapel Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lewis Chapel Middle School offer ?
Lewis Chapel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis Chapel Middle School part of?
Lewis Chapel Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lewis Chapel Middle School located?
Lewis Chapel Middle School is located in the Seventy First neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in Seventy First.
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