Serving 647 students in grades 6-8, M C S Noble 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 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M C S Noble 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
M C S Noble Middle School's student population of 647 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
M C S Noble 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 M C S Noble Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#508 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M C S Noble Middle School's ranking?
M C S Noble Middle School is ranked #508 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are M C S Noble Middle School often compared to?
M C S Noble Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roland-grise Middle School, Emma B Trask Middle School, Charles P Murray Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend M C S Noble Middle School?
647 students attend M C S Noble Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of M C S Noble Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M C S Noble Middle School?
M C S Noble Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does M C S Noble Middle School offer ?
M C S Noble Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is M C S Noble Middle School part of?
M C S Noble Middle School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/5/2010
We have a high functioning autistic son and so far in five weeks we havent had to have one call from the school. The worked with us and his last school to devise and entry program suited to settling him in and it worked. Everybody from the principal down ahs worked to impliment changes that have ensured his success.
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