Serving 516 students in grades 6-8, Spring Lake 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 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Lake Middle School's student population of 516 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Rise to the Challenge
School Rankings
Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake Middle School is 0.58, 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
#2207 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)21%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
62%
25%
White
10%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Lake Middle School's ranking?
Spring Lake Middle School is ranked #2207 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Spring Lake Middle School often compared to?
Spring Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overhills Middle School, Pine Forest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Spring Lake Middle School?
516 students attend Spring Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Spring Lake Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Lake Middle School?
Spring Lake Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Middle School offer ?
Spring Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Lake Middle School part of?
Spring Lake Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Spring Lake Middle School located?
Spring Lake Middle School is located in the Pine Forest neighborhood of Spring Lake, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Pine Forest.
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