Serving 1,035 students in grades 6-8, Lufkin Road Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lufkin Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lufkin Road Middle School's student population of 1,035 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,035 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Lufkin Road Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lufkin Road Middle School is 0.69, 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
#480 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wake County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lufkin Road Middle School's ranking?
Lufkin Road Middle School is ranked #480 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lufkin Road Middle School often compared to?
Lufkin Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apex Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lufkin Road Middle School?
1,035 students attend Lufkin Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lufkin Road Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lufkin Road Middle School?
Lufkin Road Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lufkin Road Middle School offer ?
Lufkin Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lufkin Road Middle School part of?
Lufkin Road Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
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