Serving 648 students in grades 6-8, A L Stanback Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
A L Stanback Middle School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
Engage, Challenge, Inspire!
School Rankings
A L Stanback Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A L Stanback Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1642 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
44%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
37%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Orange County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A L Stanback Middle School's ranking?
A L Stanback Middle School is ranked #1642 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are A L Stanback Middle School often compared to?
A L Stanback Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Middle School, Gravelly Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend A L Stanback Middle School?
648 students attend A L Stanback Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of A L Stanback Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A L Stanback Middle School?
A L Stanback Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does A L Stanback Middle School offer ?
A L Stanback Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A L Stanback Middle School part of?
A L Stanback Middle School is part of Orange County Schools.
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