School Overview
Carroll Middle School, located on Six Forks Road in Raleigh, is a prominent public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). The school is known for its "Creative Arts and Sciences Magnet" theme, which distinguishes it from traditional middle schools by integrating specialized programming designed to foster student engagement through hands-on learning, technology, and artistic expression. This magnet designation attracts a diverse student body from across the district, creating a dynamic and inclusive educational environment.

Academically, Carroll Middle emphasizes a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for high school and beyond, often leveraging its magnet status to offer unique elective pathways in areas like visual arts, performing arts, and STEM-focused coursework. The school benefits from its central location in Raleigh and its affiliation with the larger WCPSS network, which provides access to extensive extracurricular activities, sports programs, and community-building initiatives. By balancing core academic requirements with creative exploration, Carroll Middle aims to develop well-rounded students who are prepared to succeed in a collaborative, global society.
871
Total Students
60.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carroll Middle
Demographic Student Count
White279
Hispanic227
Black319
Asian21
Two or More24
American Indian1
  • Black
    319 (36.6 %)
  • White
    279 (32.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    227 (26.1 %)
  • Two or More
    24 (2.8 %)
  • Asian
    21 (2.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wake County Schools
Phone: (919)881-1370
Website: http://www.wcpss.net/CarrollMS
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 871
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 512
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Grade 6 287
Grade 7 293
Grade 8 291

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Carroll Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6287
Grade 7293
Grade 8291
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Carroll Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40646.6%
Male46553.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)