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Chase Middle School

840 Chase High Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Chase 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

    Quick Facts (2025-26)

    • Grades: 6-8
    • Enrollment: 481 students
    • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
    • Minority Enrollment: 31%
    • : Bottom 50% in NC
    • : 41% (Btm 50%)
    • : 53% (Top 50%)
    • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
    • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

    Top Rankings

    Chase Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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    Attribute

    School Overview

    Chase Middle School's student population of 481 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
    The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
    Grades Offered
    Grades 6-8
    (No virtual instruction)
    Total Students
    481 students
    Gender %
    Total Classroom Teachers
    28 teachers
    Year Founded
    1997
    School Calendar
    Last Day of School
    Mon. May 25, 2026
    Campus Size
    20 acres

    School Rankings

    Chase 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 Chase Middle School is 0.49, 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.
    This School
    State Level (NC)
    #1404 out of 2617 schools
    (Bottom 50%)
    (21-22)
    41%
    51%
    53%
    50%
    80-84%
    63%
    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    15:1
    American Indian
    n/a
    1%
    Asian
    n/a
    4%
    Hispanic
    18%
    21%
    Black
    6%
    25%
    White
    69%
    43%
    Hawaiian
    n/a
    n/a
    Two or more races
    7%
    6%
    All Ethnic Groups
    0.49
    Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
    Yes
    Eligible for Free Lunch
    99%
    68%
    Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
    6%
    7%
    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 Chase Middle School's ranking?
    Chase Middle School is ranked #1404 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
    What schools are Chase Middle School often compared to?
    Chase Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Rutherford Middle School, R-s Middle School by visitors of our site.
    What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
    41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
    How many students attend Chase Middle School?
    481 students attend Chase Middle School.
    What is the racial composition of the student body?
    69% of Chase Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
    What is the student-teacher ratio of Chase Middle School?
    Chase Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
    What grades does Chase Middle School offer ?
    Chase Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
    What school district is Chase Middle School part of?
    Chase Middle School is part of Rutherford County Schools.

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    Quick Facts (2025-26)

    • Grades: 6-8
    • Enrollment: 481 students
    • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
    • Minority Enrollment: 31%
    • : Bottom 50%
    • : 41% (Btm 50%)
    • : 53% (Top 50%)
    • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
    • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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