Oberlin Middle

danielsms.wcpss.net/

1,076 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Daniels Middle School, located in the historic Oberlin neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina, is a prominent member of the Wake County Public School System. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its diverse, community-oriented student body. The campus is situated near the NC State University area, often fostering a culture that values intellectual curiosity and prepares students for the rigor of high school programs, including the nearby Enloe Magnet High School.

Beyond its core curriculum, Daniels Middle is recognized for its robust array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student clubs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes social-emotional development alongside traditional learning. By emphasizing collaborative partnerships between staff, students, and parents, Daniels Middle strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their community and develop the skills necessary for lifelong success.

1,076

Total Students

73.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

29.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oberlin Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	597
Hispanic	167
Black	256
Asian	15
Two or More	40
American Indian	1

White
597 (55.5 %)
Black
256 (23.8 %)
Hispanic
167 (15.5 %)
Two or More
40 (3.7 %)
Asian
15 (1.4 %)
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)881-4860
Website:	http://danielsms.wcpss.net/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,076
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	301
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 341

Grade 7 391

Grade 8 344

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Oberlin Middle
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	341
Grade 7	391
Grade 8	344

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Oberlin Middle
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	544	50.6%
Male	532	49.4%

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