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Tucker Creek Middle

Middle School · Craven County Board of Education

200 Sermons Boulevard, Havelock, NC 28532

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,051 of 2,648

In Havelock

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 26

Craven County Board of Education

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Tucker Creek Middle

6.9/10

Middle School in Havelock · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

W Jesse Gurganus Elementary

8.7/10

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About Tucker Creek Middle

Tucker Creek Middle is a public middle school in Havelock, NC, part of Craven County Board of Education. Tucker Creek Middle serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tucker Creek Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,051 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Tucker Creek Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NC avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.4% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.2% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,893
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Tucker Creek Middle — Students at Tucker Creek Middle score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
60.3%
ELA
65.3%
2025
Math
72.4%
ELA
66.2%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Tucker Creek Middle Compares

See how Tucker Creek Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in NC
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 Sermons Boulevard, Havelock, NC 28532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tucker Creek Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Broad Creek Middle (rated 7.7/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Newport Middle (rated 6.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Newport), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Havelock Middle (rated 4.6/10, 4.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Havelock, see our Havelock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
W Jesse Gurganus Elementary Havelock 1.3 mi 8.7
Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock 1.5 mi 4.2
Graham A Barden Elementary Havelock 2.5 mi 4.1
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havelock 4.1 mi 6.4
Havelock Elementary Havelock 4.2 mi 6.2
Early College EAST High Havelock 4.2 mi 8.0
Havelock Middle Havelock 4.3 mi 4.6
Havelock High Havelock 4.2 mi 6.0
Roger Bell New Tech Academy Havelock 4.7 mi 6.6
GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport 7.7 mi 7.4
Creekside Elementary New Bern 8.2 mi 8.4
NEWPORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport 8.7 mi 5.2
Arapahoe Charter School Arapahoe 8.8 mi 8.0
NEW BERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bern 10.0 mi 5.1
Brinson Memorial Elementary New Bern 10.6 mi 5.2
Newport Elementary Newport 10.6 mi 5.8
Newport Middle Newport 11.6 mi 6.2
Broad Creek Middle Newport 13.9 mi 7.7
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Bern 13.0 mi 6.6
Bogue Sound Elementary Newport 14.6 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,772

Median Home Value

$193,200

Median Rent

$1,270/mo

Population

19,918

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

55.1%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

30.5

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Valley Springs Middle Arden, NC 6.9
Waynesville Middle Waynesville, NC 6.9
Western Rockingham Middle Madison, NC 6.9
Central Middle Whiteville, NC 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tucker Creek Middle

What grades does Tucker Creek Middle serve?

Tucker Creek Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Tucker Creek Middle?

Tucker Creek Middle has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tucker Creek Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Tucker Creek Middle is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tucker Creek Middle rank in NC?

Tucker Creek Middle ranks #1,051 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Tucker Creek Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Tucker Creek Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Tucker Creek Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tucker Creek Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tucker Creek Middle a charter school?

No, Tucker Creek Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tucker Creek Middle a Title I school?

No, Tucker Creek Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tucker Creek Middle?

48.5% of students at Tucker 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Craven County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

Craven County Board of Education
District Enrollment
12,584
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,893
District Rank
#9 of 26

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