Very Good
#945 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 36% in state
Reedy Creek Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
930 Reedy Creek Road, Cary, NC 27513
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#945 of 2,648
In Cary
#21 of 32
public schools
In district
#105 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Reedy Creek Middle
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About Reedy Creek Middle
Reedy Creek Middle is a public middle school in Cary, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Reedy Creek Middle serves approximately 805 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Reedy Creek Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Reedy Creek Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Reedy Creek Middle — Students at Reedy Creek Middle score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.3%
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
↓ 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: 7.8/10.
How Reedy Creek Middle Compares
See how Reedy Creek 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
930 Reedy Creek Road, Cary, NC 27513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reedy Creek Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Cary Middle (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, East Cary Middle (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Reedy Creek Elementary Cary | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CARY ACADEMY Cary | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Cardinal Charter Academy Cary | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Kingswood Elementary Cary | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TRIANGLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cary | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Northwoods Elementary Cary | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| West Cary Middle Cary | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary | 1.9 mi | — |
| Cary Elementary Cary | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| East Cary Middle Cary | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Cary High Cary | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Briarcliff Elementary Cary | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Weatherstone Elementary Cary | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| TRUE ABALITIES LRNG. ACADEMY LLC Cary | 3.4 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 3.4 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Connections Academy Cary | 3.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,458
Median Home Value
$468,300
Median Rent
$1,491/mo
Population
47,444
College Educated
67.9%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.8
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| East Cary Middle Cary, NC | 7.1 |
| Emma B Trask Middle Wilmington, NC | 7.1 |
| Fuquay-Varina Middle Fuquay-Varina, NC | 7.1 |
| Grover C Fields Middle New Bern, NC | 7.1 |
| M C S Noble Middle Wilmington, NC | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reedy Creek Middle
What grades does Reedy Creek Middle serve?
Reedy Creek Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Reedy Creek Middle?
Reedy Creek Middle has an enrollment of approximately 805 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reedy Creek Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Reedy Creek Middle is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Reedy Creek Middle rank in NC?
Reedy Creek Middle ranks #945 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Reedy Creek Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Reedy Creek Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Reedy Creek Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Reedy Creek Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Reedy Creek Middle a charter school?
No, Reedy Creek Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Reedy Creek Middle a Title I school?
No, Reedy Creek Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reedy Creek Middle?
37.3% of students at Reedy Creek 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
- 805
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (919) 460-3504
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #105 of 194
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