Excellent
#223 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 8% in state
Carnage Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
1425 Carnage Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#223 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#19 of 98
public schools
In district
#36 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Carnage Middle
Carnage Middle is a public middle school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Carnage Middle serves approximately 878 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carnage Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Carnage Middle show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Carnage Middle — Students at Carnage Middle score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Carnage Middle Compares
See how Carnage Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1425 Carnage Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carnage Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Moore Square Middle (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ligon Middle (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Hunter Elementary Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Moore Square Middle Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| The Exploris School Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Phillips High Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Longview Raleigh | 1.9 mi | — |
| Longleaf School of the Arts Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Wiley Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,245
Median Home Value
$260,300
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
80,173
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
34.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Smith Middle Chapel Hill, NC | 8.4 |
| Davis Drive Middle Cary, NC | 8.7 |
| Heritage Middle Wake Forest, NC | 8.3 |
| Lewisville Middle Lewisville, NC | 8.3 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham, NC | 8.7 |
| Charles P Murray Middle Wilmington, NC | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carnage Middle
What grades does Carnage Middle serve?
Carnage Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carnage Middle?
Carnage Middle has an enrollment of approximately 878 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carnage Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Carnage Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carnage Middle rank in NC?
Carnage Middle ranks #223 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Carnage Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Carnage Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carnage Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carnage Middle has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carnage Middle a charter school?
No, Carnage Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carnage Middle a Title I school?
No, Carnage Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carnage Middle?
29.3% of students at Carnage 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 878
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (919) 856-7600
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #36 of 194
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