Jaguars on the Move: Cedar Creek Middle School Demonstrates Consistent Academic Progress and Reaches 60.5% Overall Proficiency

Jaguars on the Move: Cedar Creek Middle School Demonstrates Consistent Academic Progress and Reaches 60.5% Overall Proficiency

Cedar Creek Middle Meets State Academic Growth Expectations and Achieves 63 Performance Score Under "Rooted in Purpose" District Focus

YOUNGSVILLE, N.C. (September 16, 2026) — Franklin County Schools (FCS) proudly celebrates the 2025–2026 state accountability results achieved by the students, faculty, and staff at Cedar Creek Middle School (CCMS). Guided by the district’s 2026–2027 theme, "Rooted in Purpose," and aligned with the goals of the Blueprint 2030 strategic plan, Cedar Creek Middle School delivered strong subject-area performance, earned a State "C" School Performance Grade, and officially Met State Academic Growth Expectations.

Accountability & Academic Highlights

Accountability data released by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction highlights sustained multi-year academic growth and high subject-area proficiencies at Cedar Creek Middle School:

• Overall Proficiency Gains: Reached an overall Grade Level Proficiency (GLP) composite of 60.5%, reflecting a 3.0 percentage-point gain from 2025 (57.5%) and an impressive 11.5 percentage-point surge since 2024 (49.0%).
• State "C" Grade Benchmark: Achieved a School Performance Score of 63 ('C'), placing it among the leading middle schools in Franklin County.
• State Academic Growth Standard: Officially Met State Academic Growth Expectations as measured by EVAAS.
• Strong Subject-Area Achievements:
  • Science: Achieved 65.5% Grade Level Proficiency on the Grade 8 Science End-of-Grade (EOG) assessment.
  • Mathematics: Recorded 62.7% GLP across Grades 6–8 Mathematics exams.
  • Reading: Reached 59.5% GLP across Grades 6–8 Reading EOG assessments.

Leadership Perspectives

"Cedar Creek Middle School continues to set a strong standard of academic growth and student engagement," said Dr. Nakia Hardy, Superintendent of Franklin County Schools. "To see our CCMS Jaguars reach a 60.5 percent overall proficiency composite while consistently meeting state growth standards demonstrates the dedication of our educators, the focus of our students, and the steady partnership of our school community."

Meghan Jordan, Chair of the Franklin County Board of Education, added: "Providing a strong academic foundation in the middle grades is essential for preparing students for high school success, advanced coursework, and career pathways. Cedar Creek Middle School's multi-year growth trajectory is a clear indication that our Blueprint 2030 strategic initiatives are delivering results."

About Franklin County Schools

Franklin County Schools (FCS) serves more than 7,900 students across 16 schools in one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing counties. Guided by its strategic plan, Blueprint 2030, and the district vision of "Building a stronger community one life-long learner at a time," FCS is committed to academic excellence, career readiness, and strong community partnerships. To learn more, visit www.fcschools.net.