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Westover Middle
Middle School · Cumberland County Schools
275 Bonanza Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,939 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#44 of 66
public schools
In district
#54 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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About Westover Middle
Westover Middle is a public middle school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Westover Middle serves approximately 778 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Westover Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,939 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Westover Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Westover 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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Westover Middle — Students at Westover Middle score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Westover Middle Compares
See how Westover 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
275 Bonanza Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westover Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Seventy-First Classical Middle (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Anne Chesnutt Middle (rated 5.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lewis Chapel Middle (rated 4.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westover High Fayetteville | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| BRIGHT YOUNG MINDS UNIVERSITY Fayetteville | 0.2 mi | — |
| Ponderosa Elementary Fayetteville | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Morganton Road Elementary Fayetteville | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Benjamin J Martin Elementary Fayetteville | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Cliffdale Elementary Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| BAL-PERAZIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Alger B. Wilkins High School Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Montclair Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Brentwood Elementary Fayetteville | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Seventy-First High Fayetteville | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Seventy-First Classical Middle Fayetteville | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Loyd E Auman Elementary Fayetteville | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BIRDS NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fayetteville | 3.5 mi | — |
| FAYETTEVILLE ACADEMY Fayetteville | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| FIRST IMPRESSIONS ACADEMY Fayetteville | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| William H Owen Elementary Fayetteville | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,261
Median Home Value
$174,900
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
30,220
College Educated
29.6%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westover Middle
What grades does Westover Middle serve?
Westover Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Westover Middle?
Westover Middle has an enrollment of approximately 778 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westover Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Westover Middle is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westover Middle rank in NC?
Westover Middle ranks #1,939 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Westover Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Westover Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Westover Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westover Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westover Middle a charter school?
No, Westover Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westover Middle a Title I school?
No, Westover Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westover Middle?
99.6% of students at Westover 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
- 778
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (910) 864-0813
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #54 of 84
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