Serving 392 students in grades 5-8, Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy 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 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy's student population of 392 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy 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 Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy is 0.55, 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
#1453 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
65%
24%
White
9%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy is ranked #1453 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Brown Summit Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy?
392 students attend Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy?
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy offer ?
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy part of?
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy is part of Guilford County Schools.
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