Merancas Middle College-cpcc serves 147 students in grades 11-13.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 11-13
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merancas Middle College-cpcc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Merancas Middle College-cpcc's student population of 147 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merancas Middle College-cpcc is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
45%
25%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 the graduation rate of Merancas Middle College-cpcc?
The graduation rate of Merancas Middle College-cpcc is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Merancas Middle College-cpcc?
147 students attend Merancas Middle College-cpcc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Merancas Middle College-cpcc students are Black, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merancas Middle College-cpcc?
Merancas Middle College-cpcc has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merancas Middle College-cpcc offer ?
Merancas Middle College-cpcc offers enrollment in grades 11-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merancas Middle College-cpcc part of?
Merancas Middle College-cpcc is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
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