Excellent
#159 of 2,612 schools in NC
Top 6% in state
Moore Square Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
301 South Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
About Moore Square Middle
Moore Square Middle is a public middle school in Raleigh, NC, part of the Wake County Schools. The school serves approximately 590 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.0/10, placing it in the 94th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,433, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
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Moore Square Middle — Students at Moore Square Middle score 73% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Moore Square Middle Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
301 South Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| The Exploris School Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Hunter Elementary Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Partnership Elementary Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Wiley Elementary Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Phillips High Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Needham Broughton High Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Conn Elementary Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Raleigh Charter High School Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,433
Median Home Value
$572,600
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
9,702
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pilot Mountain Middle Pilot Mountain, NC | 8.0 |
| Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte, NC | 7.9 |
| James E Shepard Middle Durham, NC | 8.1 |
| East Cary Middle Cary, NC | 7.8 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham, NC | 7.8 |
| Sedgefield Middle Charlotte, NC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moore Square Middle
What grades does Moore Square Middle serve?
Moore Square Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Moore Square Middle?
Moore Square Middle has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moore Square Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Moore Square Middle is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moore Square Middle rank in NC?
Moore Square Middle is ranked #159 out of 2,612 schools in NC.
What is Moore Square Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Moore Square Middle has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Moore Square Middle a charter school?
No, Moore Square Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moore Square Middle a Title I school?
No, Moore Square Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moore Square Middle?
25.4% of students at Moore Square Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 664-5737
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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