Below Average
#2318 of 2,648 schools in NC
Wake Forest Middle School
Middle School · Wake County Schools
1800 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Enrollment
919
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
919
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,318 of 2,648
In Wake Forest
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#181 of 194
Wake County Schools
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Wake Forest Middle School
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About Wake Forest Middle School
Wake Forest Middle School is a public middle school in Wake Forest, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Wake Forest Middle School serves approximately 919 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wake Forest Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,318 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Wake Forest Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Wake Forest Middle School 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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Wake Forest Middle School — Students at Wake Forest Middle School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
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: 4.3/10.
How Wake Forest Middle School Compares
See how Wake Forest Middle School 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
1800 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wake Forest Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Heritage Middle (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wakefield Middle (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Middle Wake Forest | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage Elementary Wake Forest | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Forest Pines Drive Elementary Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| North Forest Pines Elementary Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Heritage High Wake Forest | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| North Wake College and Career Academy Wake Forest | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Wake Forest High School Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh | 2.1 mi | — |
| Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy Wake Forest | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Wakefield Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Franklin Academy Wake Forest | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Wakefield Middle Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Wakefield High Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Envision Science Academy Wake Forest | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Richland Creek Elementary Wake Forest | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Jones Dairy Elementary Wake Forest | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,607
Median Home Value
$452,400
Median Rent
$1,415/mo
Population
81,902
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| Lakeshore Middle Mooresville, NC | 4.2 |
| Monroe Middle Monroe, NC | 4.2 |
| Bunn Middle Bunn, NC | 4.3 |
| China Grove Middle China Grove, NC | 4.3 |
| East Millbrook Middle Raleigh, NC | 4.3 |
| North Garner Middle Garner, NC | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wake Forest Middle School
What grades does Wake Forest Middle School serve?
Wake Forest Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wake Forest Middle School?
Wake Forest Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 919 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wake Forest Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wake Forest Middle School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wake Forest Middle School rank in NC?
Wake Forest Middle School ranks #2,318 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Wake Forest Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wake Forest Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Wake Forest Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wake Forest Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wake Forest Middle School a charter school?
No, Wake Forest Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wake Forest Middle School a Title I school?
No, Wake Forest Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wake Forest Middle School?
53.2% of students at Wake Forest Middle School 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
- 919
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (919) 554-8440
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #181 of 194
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