Turning Point Middle School serves 62 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turning Point Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Turning Point Middle School's student population of 62 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turning Point Middle School is 0.36, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
79%
24%
White
1%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Turning Point Middle School?
62 students attend Turning Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Turning Point Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turning Point Middle School?
Turning Point Middle School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turning Point Middle School offer ?
Turning Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Turning Point Middle School part of?
Turning Point Middle School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
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