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Merrick-Moore Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 684 students

 

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Posted September 17, 2009

I love Merrick Moore because it is a daily reminder to the staff that works there that we have so much to do to help create a better world for the future of American kids. The staff at Merrick Moore never give up. There are so many dedicated people whose jobs are extremely difficult. We cater to a very needy population of children. I have worked in many schools from private to public, magnet and charter. Merrick Moore's staff are incredibly caring and could really use the money to initiate some good work.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 25, 2009

My son attends this school, so far he has done well, I wasn't that excited about him attending Merrick-moore, however, that has change due to the wonderful support from his teachers and staff. They are wonderful!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2005

Merrick-Moore is a great school despite the many obstacles that make it such a diverse setting. The students behave well and the staff has a vested interest in the well being of all students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 3, 2005

I have a fourth grader and a second grader at Merrick Moore. They have been there since Kindergarten. I have been extremely impressed with the school. The teachers are qualified and dedicated. The administration is visible and participative. I am so glad we sent our boys there instead of searching for a private school. They have learned and grown and get lots of great experiences with music, dance and art as well as the basic subjects. Thank you!
—Submitted by Beth Phillips, a parent


Posted September 13, 2004

Merrick-Moore is a school on the grow. It is a school that is constantly improving. We currently have approximately 80% of our at or above grade level. I consider this an excellent achievement for a school that houses classrooms for autistic children, hearing impaired children, and other exceptional children. It is also an excellent achievement for a school where 60% of the children qualify for free or reduced lunch. How many schools can boast such success. Yes, there is always room for improvement. I have no doubt that this school will continue to improve and grow. I have great faith in the teaching and leadership of Merrick-Moore. If you are a concerned parent and want more involvement, come out and join the PTA. Help the school to improve. Don't just sit home and complain.
—Submitted by Monica Perry, a parent


Posted July 27, 2004

I have had a wonderful experience with my 2 children attending Merrick-Moore Elementary. I believe that the principal is genuinely concerned about the children's education and development and is a great morale builder for the teachers. As with any school, there is room for improvement. But, we cannot expect the principal and the teachers to do it alone. Parental involvement is key to a child's success in school. Learning begins at home and that is the parents' responsibility.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2004

This school really needs help. They are not racially equal and the kids are out of control! There are too many kids to one class and the learning is minimal because the some of the kids are not disiplined the way they should be.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
34%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
43%

2009

 
 
41%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

131 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
59%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
44%

2010

 
 
46%

2009

 
 
42%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2012.

132 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
19%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students68%
Female78%
Male59%
Black56%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities8%
Non-disabled students76%
Limited English proficiency78%
Proficient in English63%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students44%
Female57%
Male32%
Black38%
Asiann/a
Hispanic47%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged42%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities<5%
Non-disabled students50%
Limited English proficiency36%
Proficient in English48%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students62%
Female58%
Male65%
Black52%
Asiann/a
Hispanic74%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged56%
Students with disabilities25%
Non-disabled students74%
Limited English proficiency63%
Proficient in English61%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students38%
Female25%
Male51%
Black37%
Asiann/a
Hispanic40%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged35%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities8%
Non-disabled students48%
Limited English proficiency26%
Proficient in English43%
Academically gifted93%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students61%
Female58%
Male64%
Black43%
Asiann/a
Hispanic82%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White67%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Students with disabilities35%
Non-disabled students66%
Limited English proficiency81%
Proficient in English55%
Academically gifted92%

Reading

All Students51%
Female52%
Male50%
Black48%
Asiann/a
Hispanic59%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White33%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities30%
Non-disabled students55%
Limited English proficiency42%
Proficient in English54%
Academically gifted92%

Science

All Students47%
Female40%
Male53%
Black36%
Asiann/a
Hispanic61%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White33%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities20%
Non-disabled students52%
Limited English proficiency58%
Proficient in English44%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 50% 26%
Hispanic 44% 13%
White 4% 53%
Asian 1% 2%
Two or more races 1% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 2%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 87%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Kia Eason
Fax number
  • (919) 560-2128

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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2325 Cheek Rd
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