Below Average
#2284 of 2,648 schools in NC
North Garner Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
720 Powell Dr, Garner, NC 27529
Enrollment
896
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
896
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,284 of 2,648
In Garner
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#177 of 194
Wake County Schools
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North Garner Middle
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About North Garner Middle
North Garner Middle is a public middle school in Garner, NC, part of Wake County Schools. North Garner Middle serves approximately 896 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Garner Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,284 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for North Garner Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at North Garner 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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North Garner Middle — Students at North Garner Middle score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
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: 4.0/10.
How North Garner Middle Compares
See how North Garner 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
720 Powell Dr, Garner, NC 27529
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Garner Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Vernon Malone College and Career Academy (rated 9.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garner, see our Garner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creech Road Elementary Garner | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Vandora Springs Elementary Garner | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Garner High Garner | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| East Garner Elementary Garner | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Aversboro Elementary Garner | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| OAK CITY ACADEMY Garner | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| East Garner Middle Garner | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Timber Drive Elementary Garner | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Walnut Creek Elementary Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Longleaf School of the Arts Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Smith Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PreEminent Charter Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27529 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,426
Median Home Value
$325,600
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
55,201
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Bunn Middle Bunn, NC | 4.3 |
| China Grove Middle China Grove, NC | 4.3 |
| East Millbrook Middle Raleigh, NC | 4.3 |
| Reidsville Middle Reidsville, NC | 4.3 |
| Southern Nash Middle Spring Hope, NC | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Garner Middle
What grades does North Garner Middle serve?
North Garner Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend North Garner Middle?
North Garner Middle has an enrollment of approximately 896 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Garner Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at North Garner Middle is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Garner Middle rank in NC?
North Garner Middle ranks #2,284 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is North Garner Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
North Garner Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 North Garner Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Garner Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Garner Middle a charter school?
No, North Garner Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Garner Middle a Title I school?
No, North Garner Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Garner Middle?
62.4% of students at North Garner 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
- 896
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (919) 662-2434
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #177 of 194
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