Serving 37 students in grades 6-8, River Oaks 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Oaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
River Oaks Middle School's student population of 37 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Oaks 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 River Oaks 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
#2429 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
57%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
8%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
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 River Oaks Middle School's ranking?
River Oaks Middle School is ranked #2429 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are River Oaks Middle School often compared to?
River Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend River Oaks Middle School?
37 students attend River Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of River Oaks Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Oaks Middle School?
River Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Oaks Middle School offer ?
River Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Oaks Middle School part of?
River Oaks Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is River Oaks Middle School located?
River Oaks Middle School is located in the Southeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Southeast Raleigh.
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