Serving 855 students in grades 6-8, Douglas Byrd 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 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Byrd Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Douglas Byrd Middle School's student population of 855 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
855 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Douglas Byrd 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 Douglas Byrd Middle School is 0.67, 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
#2336 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
52%
24%
White
14%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cumberland County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Byrd Middle School's ranking?
Douglas Byrd Middle School is ranked #2336 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Douglas Byrd Middle School often compared to?
Douglas Byrd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Douglas Byrd Middle School?
855 students attend Douglas Byrd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Douglas Byrd Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Byrd Middle School?
Douglas Byrd Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Douglas Byrd Middle School offer ?
Douglas Byrd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas Byrd Middle School part of?
Douglas Byrd Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Byrd Middle School located?
Douglas Byrd Middle School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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