Average
#1577 of 2,648 schools in NC
Carroll Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
4520 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,577 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#65 of 98
public schools
In district
#141 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Carroll Middle
Carroll Middle is a public middle school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Carroll Middle serves approximately 863 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carroll Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,577 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Carroll Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carroll Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at Carroll Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Carroll Middle — Students at Carroll Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.3/10.
How Carroll Middle Compares
See how Carroll 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
4520 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carroll Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE FLETCHER ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Root Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Underwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST TIMOTHYS SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Green Elementary Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Brooks Elementary Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Douglas Elementary Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| THE TRILOGY SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| THE FLETCHER ACADEMY Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Sanderson High Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Root Elementary Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Joyner Elementary Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Millbrook Elementary Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Oberlin Middle Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Underwood Elementary Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| York Elementary Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| North Ridge Elementary Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,538
Median Home Value
$441,100
Median Rent
$1,393/mo
Population
35,548
College Educated
61.2%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carroll Middle
What grades does Carroll Middle serve?
Carroll Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carroll Middle?
Carroll Middle has an enrollment of approximately 863 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carroll Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Carroll Middle is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carroll Middle rank in NC?
Carroll Middle ranks #1,577 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Carroll Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Carroll Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Carroll Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carroll Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carroll Middle a charter school?
No, Carroll Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carroll Middle a Title I school?
No, Carroll Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carroll Middle?
61.5% of students at Carroll 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
- 863
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (919) 881-1370
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #141 of 194
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