Below Average
#2181 of 2,648 schools in NC
Spring Lake Middle
Middle School · Cumberland County Schools
612 Spring Avenue, Spring Lake, NC 28390
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,181 of 2,648
In Spring Lake
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#68 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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About Spring Lake Middle
Spring Lake Middle is a public middle school in Spring Lake, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Spring Lake Middle serves approximately 516 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Lake Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,181 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Lake Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Spring Lake 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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Spring Lake Middle — Students at Spring Lake Middle score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
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: 5.8/10.
How Spring Lake Middle Compares
See how Spring Lake 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
612 Spring Avenue, Spring Lake, NC 28390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Lake Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westover Middle (rated 5.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Overhills Middle (rated 4.8/10, 5.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spring Lake, see our Spring Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester Elementary Spring Lake | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| William T Brown Elementary Spring Lake | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Warrenwood Elementary Fayetteville | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Overhills High Spring Lake | 5.3 mi | 3.8 |
| BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| College Lakes Elementary Fayetteville | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Overhills Elementary Spring Lake | 5.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Howard L Hall Elementary Fayetteville | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Overhills Middle Spring Lake | 5.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Pine Forest High Fayetteville | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF FAYETTEVILLE, INC. Fayetteville | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Fayetteville | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Alger B. Wilkins High School Fayetteville | 5.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin J Martin Elementary Fayetteville | 5.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Westover Middle Fayetteville | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Westarea Elementary Fayetteville | 5.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Westover High Fayetteville | 6.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BRIGHT YOUNG MINDS UNIVERSITY Fayetteville | 6.1 mi | — |
| Morganton Road Elementary Fayetteville | 6.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,750
Median Home Value
$195,200
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
24,158
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
29.4
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|---|---|
| Elizabethtown Middle Elizabethtown, NC | 4.5 |
| Enka Middle Candler, NC | 4.5 |
| Bessemer City Middle Bessemer City, NC | 4.6 |
| Brogden Middle Durham, NC | 4.6 |
| Butner-Stem Middle Butner, NC | 4.6 |
| Clayton Middle Clayton, NC | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Lake Middle
What grades does Spring Lake Middle serve?
Spring Lake Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Spring Lake Middle?
Spring Lake Middle has an enrollment of approximately 516 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Lake Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Lake Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Lake Middle rank in NC?
Spring Lake Middle ranks #2,181 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Spring Lake Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Lake Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Spring Lake Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Lake Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Spring Lake Middle a charter school?
No, Spring Lake Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Lake Middle a Title I school?
No, Spring Lake Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Lake Middle?
99.4% of students at Spring Lake 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 516
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (910) 497-1175
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #68 of 84
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