DOUGLAS BYRD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Douglas Byrd Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cumberland County Schools school district, located in Fayetteville, NC with about 573 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Douglas Byrd Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Douglas Byrd Middle School, located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, is a key component of the Cumberland County Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the unique needs of middle-grade learners, focusing on building foundational skills in core subjects while preparing students for the transition to high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic offerings, Douglas Byrd Middle School places a strong emphasis on community engagement and student well-being. The school encourages participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and arts programs, which help students develop leadership skills and a sense of belonging. With a commitment to inclusivity and student support, the school strives to empower its learners to become responsible, productive citizens within their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Douglas Byrd Middle at (910) 483-3101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1616 Ireland Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28304-4363
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DOUGLAS BYRD MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fayetteville, NC with about 573 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
573
Teachers:
41.55
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 573 students

Black or African American
53.6%
Hispanic/Latino
18.7%
White
15.7%
Two or more races
8.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.6%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.